Decolonizing the History Classroom: Inquiry-Driven Learning with Flint AI
How can AI help students explore history through diverse perspectives both in research and in the books they read?
In this workshop, we share how Grade 5 students used Flint AI to drive inquiry in two powerful contexts: a social studies unit on Indonesian independence and a historical fiction book club unit. In both, students used Flint as a research partner to ask meaningful questions, explore multiple viewpoints, and build context around complex events on their own terms and at their reading level.
We’ll highlight how AI strengthened student questioning, supported multilingual learners, and brought cultural relevance into both content and reading comprehension. You’ll leave with examples of student prompts, inquiry workflows, and strategies for integrating AI to make historical thinking more inclusive, accessible, and engaging.
Facilitated By
Hanna Christina
Innovation and Technology Coach, Jakarta Intercultural School
Hanna is a Learning Innovation & Technology Coach at Jakarta Intercultural School Elementary. She collaborates with teachers to design authentic, student-centered learning experiences that integrate AI, design thinking, and making. Passionate about inquiry-driven education, Hanna focuses on leveraging technology and AI to drive curiosity and foster deep learning.
Jonathan Peter Tehusijarana
High School Social Studies Teacher, Jakarta Intercultural School
Jonathan is a passionate historian and educator who recently completed a PhD in History at the University of Melbourne, focusing on Indonesian student-soldiers and their influence on youth identity in Indonesia. With strong research skills and experience managing long-term, data-driven projects, Jonathan is well-equipped to contribute to universities, NGOs, and think tanks. As a high school teacher, he is committed to fostering critical thinking and tailoring instruction to meet individual student needs. Trained in History and Economics, he has also taught a range of Social Science subjects, including Global Perspectives and Civics, always with the goal of helping students understand the world and their potential to improve it.
