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This research delves into the determinants of user behaviors in the context of online study rooms by integrating the technology acceptance model (TAM) and the flow theory.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Structural equation modeling (SEM) with PROCESS moderation analysis was performed to analyze 389 valid responses.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The research findings manifest that: (a) external variables (i.e., learning convenience, interactivity, and the incentive and constraint mechanism) significantly influence users\u2019 perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness of such platforms; (b) perceived ease of use has a direct and positive influence on the intention to use (supporting H2), while perceived usefulness has no direct influence (rejecting H3); (c) flow experience is a key determinant of intention to use; and (d) gender and habituation significantly moderate the relationships between perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, flow experience, and intention to use.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>By demonstrating that emotional immersion (flow) complements rational utility evaluation in using technology, this research extends the boundary conditions of TAM and offers a dual-pathway framework for understanding user behaviors in digital learning environments. 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