Today’s most forward-thinking educational organizations recognize a vital truth: students don’t all learn the same way. Designing meaningful, high-quality learning experiences means accounting for these learning differences from the start. That’s where About Learning comes in.
We provide training and an online 4MAT Assessment Tool that helps educators uncover the unique learning preferences of their students. But our deeper purpose goes beyond assessment. Our mission is to empower educators to design instruction that reflects how people really learn—bringing learning to life in every classroom.
Real-World Impact: Field Research in Action
Two standout examples of schools using the 4MAT Assessment Tools with great success are Long Beach City College(Long Beach, CA) and Moanalua High School (Honolulu, HI). Together, these schools have assessed more than 4,000 students—generating powerful insights into student learning preferences. The chart below displays student learning preferences.
The 4MAT Learning Design Model
lThe 4MAT Model is built around a four-part framework that guides learners through a complete cycle of learning:
Engage – Connect to students’ personal experiences and interests
Inform – Provide meaningful content and key concepts
Practice – Coach students through active application
Adapt – Encourage students to personalize and extend the learning
Each stage taps into different learning preferences—ensuring no student is left out of the learning process.
A Critical Question for Educators
If only 12–21% of students prefer learning through traditional lecture or direct instruction, how can we rethink our teaching to serve the other 80%?
This is the challenge—and opportunity—that 4MAT helps educators meet head-on.
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By attending a 4MAT Training, you’ll gain the tools to reach all types of learners. It’s not just professional development—it’s a shift in how you think about teaching and learning.Want to
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