El Manualumno (the Studentmanual): Integrating Wiki Tools and AI for Collaborative Learning in Economic History Teaching

Abstract

This paper presents preliminary results from an innovative teaching project that combines wiki tools and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance collaborative learning in economic history courses. The project, implemented at the University of Granada during the 2024-25 academic year, involves students actively creating their learning materials through a wiki-based approach, supported by conscious AI use. The methodology integrates three innovative elements: collaborative creation of a manual and glossary using Moodle’s wiki tools, structured AI integration following specific training on its potential and limitations, and weekly in-person review sessions alternating between manual and glossary content. Preliminary results show rapid wiki tools adoption by students (2-3 weeks), mature and conscious use of AI for content development and text analysis, full student participation, and significant improvement in final product quality compared to the previous year. The project’s pedagogical innovation lies in transforming students from passive consumers to active creators of their learning materials, integrating emerging technologies in a pedagogically grounded way, and combining digital learning with in-person review sessions.

Presenters

Simone Fari
Associate Professor, University of Granada, Spain