A useful checklist for Crew Resource Management training design.
Written by Daan
Written by Daan
The ADDIE model is a widely-used framework for designing effective training programs, particularly in specialized fields like aviation. Let’s explore how the steps of this model can be applied to designing Crew Resource Management (CRM) training for pilots and cabin crew.
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Capt Owen Sims talks about startle and suprise in upset recovery in this video.
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In this interesting episode of the “Safety of Work” podcast, David and Drew delve into what makes a good PowerPoint presentation. They explore the evolution of PowerPoint and its importance in modern business communication, referencing Associate Professor Mitch Ricketts’ 2018 paper, “No More Bullet Points: Research-Based Tips for Better Presentations.”
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Biases arise from heuristics—mental shortcuts we take subconsciously to avoid mental overload and make quicker decisions. However, these quicker decisions are not always optimal. Although we consider ourselves rational, pilots are not immune to these biases. A recent paper by Nadri et al. (2024) calls for more cognitive bias training in pilots. Here we explore a few common cognitive biases that can influence decision-making in aviation and look and what we should be teaching on biases in CRM training.
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Critical thinking has been around since the days of Socrates. In this article we look at critical thinking training for pilots.
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