ABSTRACT

Purpose- The purpose of this study was to provide a comprehensive analysis of the factors that influence the use of e-learning in Islamic education in Indonesian higher education institutions. This study proposes a model with subjective norms (SN), anxiety (AN), and self-efficacy (SE) as the motivating forces for the use of e-learning (EL) among students. In addition, the researcher included perceived utility (PU) as a mediator between the independent and dependent variables, e-learning. The moderating effect of perceived ease of use (PEU) was also investigated empirically. Method- The model was evaluated using a convenience sample of 220 Indonesian higher education institutions respondents. SEM and CFA were utilized to assess model validity and fitness and test hypotheses. Findings- The findings revealed that subjective norms positively influenced e-learning usage. In contrast, anxiety has a negative impact on e-learning usage. The mediation analysis results suggested that PU is a significant mediator in the relationship between SN, EL, and AN and EL. Similar support was found for the moderating effect of PEU in the relationship between PEU and EL. Novelty/Originality- This study focused on some of the primary antecedents of e-learning in this context, as the concept of digital learning in Islamic and religious education is evolving. The study emphasizes the need to implement technology in Islamic education by analyzing the factors influencing students' English Language (EL) proficiency. The study provides practitioners with beneficial insights. Paper type- Research Paper.