The study "Educators’ Academic Insights on Artificial Intelligence – Challenges and Opportunities" aims to gain a deeper understanding of the integration of AI in education. It provides a comprehensive definition of AI, including chatbots like Chat GPT, and explores key AI-related terminology. The research highlights various AI applications, particularly in language learning and scientific research, and discusses the perceptions of educators regarding these tools. The study employs a qualitative approach, collecting feedback from educators globally through open-ended questions in a survey and online forum discussions. The findings reveal ten main themes of concerns, including doubts about AI replacing human educators, fears of hindering student development, and worries about its hyped popularity. Educators emphasize the importance of effective AI training and prioritize human expertise over excessive reliance on AI. The study also identifies twenty subthemes of opportunities, such as enhancing learner motivation, facilitating template creation, and providing personalized learning experiences. These opportunities are categorized into areas like interactive tutoring, remote learning, and content generation. The research concludes with practical implications, emphasizing the need for awareness of both the advantages and disadvantages of AI, the importance of training educators and learners, and the potential for AI to enhance educational experiences while addressing challenges like job displacement and critical thinking. The study suggests that AI can be a valuable tool when used responsibly and effectively, but it requires careful consideration and guidance to ensure its positive impact on education.The study "Educators’ Academic Insights on Artificial Intelligence – Challenges and Opportunities" aims to gain a deeper understanding of the integration of AI in education. It provides a comprehensive definition of AI, including chatbots like Chat GPT, and explores key AI-related terminology. The research highlights various AI applications, particularly in language learning and scientific research, and discusses the perceptions of educators regarding these tools. The study employs a qualitative approach, collecting feedback from educators globally through open-ended questions in a survey and online forum discussions. The findings reveal ten main themes of concerns, including doubts about AI replacing human educators, fears of hindering student development, and worries about its hyped popularity. Educators emphasize the importance of effective AI training and prioritize human expertise over excessive reliance on AI. The study also identifies twenty subthemes of opportunities, such as enhancing learner motivation, facilitating template creation, and providing personalized learning experiences. These opportunities are categorized into areas like interactive tutoring, remote learning, and content generation. The research concludes with practical implications, emphasizing the need for awareness of both the advantages and disadvantages of AI, the importance of training educators and learners, and the potential for AI to enhance educational experiences while addressing challenges like job displacement and critical thinking. The study suggests that AI can be a valuable tool when used responsibly and effectively, but it requires careful consideration and guidance to ensure its positive impact on education.