Objects have long played a vital role in shaping human history and interaction with the world.Those held in museums are preserved and interpreted for the public.Museum strategies, such as objectbased learning (OBL), foster a deeper understanding of collections among visitors.Grounded in constructivist and experiential learning theories, this study presents the results of an online OBL activity that explores how digital engagement with museum objects can foster creativity, reflection, and learning among adult audiences.Forty adult participants joined the online OBL activity individually, engaged virtually with one ceramic figure from the Tang dynasty, and reflected on their learning experience.Findings show that interpretive processes of participants aligned with constructivist learning models: they built on prior knowledge, moved from description to inquiry, and developed their own ideas through observation and reflection.Results show how online OBL can connect adults with museum collections, increase access, and develop interpretive skills.
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