Student Views on the 4MAT Teaching Model Application in the Two Dimensional Art Studio Classes in the Fine Arts High School

The aim of this study is to determine the effect of the 4MAT teaching model on students in fine arts high school two dimensional art studio classes. This study was designed as a model case sample and it was conducted in a two dimensional art studio class in a fine arts high school. The study case consisted of eight 9th graders and after 14-week of practice process, the students perceptions and reactions about the model were assessed. The data were collected by the researchers by a semi-structured interview and an open-ended questionnaire after the interview. Content analysis method was used to analyze the data. The students stated that the 4MAT teaching model had a positive effect on them and they would like their classes in the following years if it was organized according to this model.