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Flight Instructor Perspectives on Competency-Based Education: Insights into Educator Practice within an Aviation Context

Flight Instructor Perspectives on Competency-Based Education: Insights into Educator Practice within an Aviation Context

Authors :
Hattingh, Andre
Hodge, Steven
Mavin, Timothy
Source :
International Journal of Training Research. 2022 20(3):264-282.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

This paper investigates how flight instructors view the utility of competency-based education/training (CBE/T) during the training of new pilots. A total of ten flight instructors were interviewed and analysed through an interpretive paradigm of grounded theory. The findings indicate flight instructors of all experience levels have difficulty engaging with competency texts and have a limited theoretical understanding of CBE/T. The findings suggest possible incorrect practices are being employed by instructors. More importantly, the study highlights a concern that the current industry understanding of CBE/T directly relates to learning and safety, with a potential for negative outcomes. The paper questions if CBE/T is an appropriate model for training new pilots.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1448-0220
Volume :
20
Issue :
3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
International Journal of Training Research
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ1370935
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/14480220.2022.2063155