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Chapters of the AIH (click to jump to a chapter):
CHAPTER 1 - RISK MANAGEMENT AND SINGLE-PILOT RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
General Topics in this Chapter:
Defining Risk Management
Three P-Model for Pilots
Hazard List for Aviation Technicians
Pilot Self-Assessment
Situational Awareness
Single-Pilot Resource Management (SRM)
Aeronautical Decision-Making
Teaching Decision-Making Skills
Assessing SRM Skills
CHAPTER 2 - HUMAN BEHAVIOR
General Topics in this Chapter:
Definitions of Human Behavior
Motivation
Maintaining Motivation
Human Needs and Motivation
Human Nature and Motivation
Defense Mechanisms
Learner Emotional Reactions
AMTs and Flight Instructors as Learners
Teaching the Adult Learner
CHAPTER 3 - THE LEARNING PROCESS
General Topics in this Chapter:
Learning Theory
Perceptions
Insight
Acquiring Knowledge
Thorndike and the Laws of Learning
Domains of Learning
Characteristics of Learning
Learning Styles
Acquiring Skill Knowledge
Types of Practice
Evaluation Versus Critique
Putting it All Together
Scenario-Based Training (SBT)
Errors
Memory
Retention of Learning
Transfer of Learning
CHAPTER 4 - EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
General Topics in this Chapter:
Basic Elements of Communication
Barriers to Effective Communication
Developing Communication Skills
CHAPTER 5 - THE TEACHING PROCESS
General Topics in this Chapter:
What is Teaching?
Instructor's Code of Ethics
Course of Training
Preparation of a Lesson
Presentation of a Lesson
Organization of Material
Training Delivery Methods
Problem-Based Learning
Electronic Learning (E-Learning)
Cooperative or Group Learning Method
Demonstration-Performance Method
Drill and Practice Method
Application of the Lesson
Assessment of the Lesson
Instructional Aids and Training Technologies
Test Preparation Material
Future Developments
CHAPTER 6 - ASSESSMENT
General Topics in this Chapter:
Assessment Terminology
Purpose of Assessment
General Characteristics to Effective Assessment
Traditional Assessment
Authentic Assessment
Choosing an Effective Assessment Method
Critiques and Oral Assessments
Scenario-Based Training
CHAPTER 7 - PLANNING INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITY
General Topics in this Chapter;
Course of Training
Blocks of Learning
Training Syllabus
Lesson Plans
Scenario-Based Training (SBT)
Single-Pilot Resource Management
CHAPTER 8 - AVIATION INSTRUCTOR RESPONSIBLITIES AND PROFESSIONALISM
General Topics in this Chapter:
Aviation Instructor Responsibilities
Flight Instructor Responsibilities
Aviator's Model Code of Conduct
Safety Practices and Accident Prevention
Flight Instructor Qualifications
Professionalism
Evaluation of Learner Ability
Professional Development
CHAPTER 9 - TECHNIQUES OF FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
General Topics in this Chapter:
Practical Flight Instructor Strategies
Integrating Instruction Techniques
Demonstration-Performance Training Delivery Method
Positive Exchange of Flight Controls
Sterile Flight Deck Rule
Use of Distractions
Integrated Flight Instruction
Assessment of Piloting Ability
CHAPTER 10 - TEACHING PRACTICAL RISK MANAGEMENT DURING FLIGHT INSTRUCTION
General Topics in this Chapter:
Poor Risk Management and Accident Causality
Risk Management Teaching Techniques by Phase of Instruction
Managing Risk during Flight Instruction