CFI

Defense Mechanism (DR-CPR-FDR)

Denial, Repression, Compensation, Projection, Rationalization, Fantasy, Displacement, Reaction Formation

Characteristics of Learning (PEMA)

Purposeful, Experience, Multifaceted, Active Processing

Concepts of Learning (BICCC)

Behaviorism, Information Processing Theory, Cognitive Theory, Cognition, Constructivism

Higher Order Thinking Skills "HOTS" (CCAR-SAP)

Cooperative Learning, Customized Instruction, Active Learning, Real World Problems, Student Centered Learning, Authentic Problems, Problem Based Learning

Factors that affect perceptions (GSTEP)

Goals and Values, Self-Concept, Time and Opportunity, Element of Threat, Physical Organism

Phases of acquiring knowledge (MUA)

Memorization, Understanding, Application

Laws of Learning (REEPIR)

Readiness, Exercise, Effect, Primacy, Intensity, Recency

Common Obstacles to learning during flight instruction (PAAWIT)

Physical Discomfort, Anxiety, Apathy due to inadequate instruction, Worry, Impatience to proceed to more interesting operations, Feeling of unfair treatment

Domains of Learning (CAP)

Cognitive, Affective, Psychomotor

Cognitive Domain (K / E)

Bottom Knowledge, Top Evaluation

Affective Domain (R / C)

Bottom Receiving (Willingness to pay attention), Top Characterization (Incorporates value into life)

Psychomotor (P / O)

Bottom Perception (Awareness of sensory stimulus), Top Origination (New movement patterns creativity)

Levels of Learning (RUAC)

Rote, Understanding, Application, Correlation

Stages of Acquiring Skill Knowledge (CAA)

Cognitive, Associative, Automatic Response

Types of Practice (BDR)

Blocked, Deliberate, Random

Characteristics of Good Scenario (DISPEND)

Does not have a single answer, Is Interactive, should not promote errors, Promotes situational awareness, Engages all 3 learning domains, Not a test, Does not have an obvious answer

Methods to Reduce Errors (TURD-CL)

Taking Time, Using Reminders, Raising Awareness, Developing Routines, Checking for Errors, Learn and Practice

Principles of Retention (PARMSF)

Praise, Association, Repetition, Mnemonics, Senses, Favorable Attitude

Basic Elements of Communication (SSR)

Source, Symbol, Receiver

Barriers to Effective Communication (COIL)

Confusion btw the symbol and the symbolized object
Overuse of abstractions
Interference/External Factors
Lack of Common Experience

Developing Communication Skills (RILE-Q)

Role Playing
Instructional Communication
Listening
Enhancement
Questioning

Four Essential Skills Good Instructors Have (AMPS)

Assessment Skills
Management Skills
People Skills
Subject Matter Expertise

Steps in the Teaching Process (PPAA)

Preparation
Presentation
Application
Assessment

Teaching Methods (PLEDDG)

Problem Based Learning
Lecture Method
E-Learning
Demonstration and Performance
Drill and Practice
Guided Discussions

Characteristics of an Effective Assessment (FATCOCOS)

Flexible
Acceptable
Thoughtful
Comprehensive
Organized
Constructive
Objective
Specific

Characteristics of a Good Written Test (U-R-Very OCD)

Usability
Reliability
Validity
Objectivity
Comprehensiveness
Discrimination

Critiques and Oral Assessments (SWIISS)

Student (Learner) Led Critique
Written Critique
Individual Learner Critique by Another Learner
Instructor/Learner Critique
Small Group Critique

Characteristics of an Effective Question (PMS TAP)

Specific P Purpose
Single M Meaning
Single Idea
Stimulate T Thought
Definitive A Answer
P Previously Covered Information

Types of Questions "Guided Discussions" (ORDRR)

Overhead
Rhetorical
Direct
Reverse
Relay

Types of Questions to Avoid (TOP BIT)

Toss Up
Oversize
Puzzle
Bewilderment
Irrelevant
Trick

Aviation Instructor Responsibilities (PHEED)

Providing Adequate Instruction
Helping Students
Emphasize the Positive
Ensure Aviation Safety
Demand Standards of Performance

Minimizing Learner Frustration (GAMEICC)

Give Credit When Due
Approach Students as Individuals
Motivate Students
Admit E Errors
Keep Students I Informed
Criticize Constructively
Be C Consistent

Characteristics of Professionalism (SPALDingSS)

Sincerity
Personal Appearance and Habits
Acceptance of the Student
Proper Language
Demeanor
Safety Practices and Accident Prevention
Self-Improvement