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Ningbo College of Finance and Economics, Ningbo, China

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This research aims to explore the relationship between foreign language learning burnout (FLLB) and L2 motivational self system (L2MSS), adopting quantitative research method with two questionnaires. The research question is focused on the influences of L2 motivational self system on foreign language learning burnout. The research finding is that ought-to L2 self has significant influence on foreign language learning burnout, while ideal L2 self or second language learning experience has no significant influence on it among college and university students. 

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L2 motivational self system, foreign language learning burnout, ideal L2 self, ought-to L2 self, L2 language experience

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