Challenges and Opportunities of Indonesian EFL Teachers’ Well-Being in the Era of Artificial Intelligence (AI): A Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

 This research is conducted to address the challenges and opportunities which are being faced by Indonesian EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teachers in maintaining their wellbeing. The focus and center is amid the rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Indonesian education. The main objective of this research is to systematically review existing literature to identify key factors affecting teachers’ psychological, professional, and social well-being in the AI era. Using a systematic literature review method, relevant studies being published between 2020 to 2025 were selected through a comprehensive search of academic databases based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data were analyzed thematically. They are analyzed to extract major trends and the insights regarding main topic of the challenges and opportunities. The results reveal that while AI offers opportunities for enhancing teaching effectiveness and reducing administrative burdens, it also brings challenges such as technological anxiety, job insecurity, and the need for continuous skill development. The findings show that teachers’ well-being is closely tied to institutional support, digital literacy, and adaptive professional development programs. This review shows the importance of proactive strategies to support Indonesian EFL teachers in adapting to AI-driven changes. This is to ensuring their well-being and also their sustaining quality education in the future.