A different way of learning

We asked participants at our disseminating event in Strasbourg in November 2024 to tell us about their perspective on object-based teaching and learning (OBTL). Sneak a peek into their inspiring answers… 

And what does OBTL mean to you? Get in touch, share your thoughts and practices!

In December 2025, members of the Universeum and UMAC networks, together with practitioners of object-based teaching and learning (OBTL), came together to establish the Joint Working Group (JWG) Teaching with Objects. This new group continues the legacy of the Erasmus+ project Teaching with Objects (2022–2024), marking the first global initiative dedicated to advancing OBTL.

The JWG promotes OBTL by sharing practical examples and fostering discussion on the Teaching with Objects platform. It also hosts workshops, for example at the annual Universeum and UMAC conferences, and welcomes initiatives for online activities that enable global participation.

If you already practice OBTL — or would like to get involved — we warmly invite you to join us. You're welcome to contact us to share your practice or become a member. Subscribe to our mailing list to stay informed about upcoming meetings and activities.

On this platform you will find a wide range of articles and resources: reflections on learning and teaching practices, practical guides, and reviews on various aspects of teaching with objects.

We hope that these resources will be inspiring and valuable, for those already teaching with objects as well as those keen on trying it out.

Get to know our resources!