
Addressing the Hidden Crisis: The Realities of Faculty Burnout and What Comes Next
Faculty burnout is a direct threat to institutional success. Across the world, instructors are reporting increased workloads and stress, with an alarming number leaving the sector as a result. Research clearly shows that when faculty are burnt out, the quality of teaching that learners receive suffers, leading to poor learning outcomes and increased student stop out.
The data gleaned from the 2025 Anthology Faculty Survey, when coupled with other related research, demonstrates that an increased administrative load and growing support demands from students have contributed significantly to the problem in recent years. This paper dives into these insights and outlines opportunities for institutions to leverage technology and ease the burden on instructors.