The Impact of Knowledge Acquisition and Information Technology on Fiqh Learning

Abstract

Technological advancements have significantly impacted various sectors, particularly education, where the integration of Information Technology (IT) is transforming traditional learning methods. In the context of Islamic education, specifically fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence) learning in pesantren (Islamic boarding schools), the role of IT is crucial yet underexplored. This study investigates the influence of knowledge acquisition on the perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness of IT, and their subsequent effects on students' intention and actual use of IT for fiqh learning at Pesantren Al-Hidayah and Pesantren Mahasiswa An Najah in Banyumas Regency. Using a quantitative approach and the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), this study examines the causal relationships between knowledge acquisition, IT usability, perceived usefulness, behavioral intention, and actual IT usage. The findings reveal that knowledge acquisition significantly enhances the perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness of IT. However, the perceived ease of use did not significantly influence students' intention to use IT. In contrast, the perceived usefulness of IT had a significant positive effect on the behavioral intention to use IT. Finally, IT usage intention was found to significantly affect the actual use of IT in fiqh learning. This research provides valuable insights into the adoption of IT in pesantren, contributing to the development of more effective IT integration strategies for religious education.