Faculty impressions of their teaching prior to and after
4MAT training and implementation were also assessed using
a four-point post-then-pre Likert scale survey. Areas of greatest
growth were (1) understanding of diverse approaches to
teaching and learning; (2) use of effective verbal and nonverbal
activities and media to foster student learning; and
(3) understanding of the central concepts and structures of
the discipline and their ability to create meaningful student
learning experiences. The three areas measured that indicated
no growth were (1) basing instruction on knowledge
of subject matter, students, community, curriculum goals;
(2) reflection of professional practice and effects on students;
and (3) building relationships with colleagues and
community to support student learning. Table 4 provides
a list of competency statements and a summary of faculty
responses.