Investigating the Applicability of Multiple Intelligence Theory in Pilot Assessment and Training
This investigative paper and research explores the Theory of Multiple Intelligence (MI) as defined by Gardner (1983, 1999) and its applicability in the assessment and education of commercial pilots. Multiple intelligence theory proposes that individuals have 8 distinct intelligences with strengths in 1 or more of the intellects. The authors suggest that MI theory is more useful in describing cognitive processes in aviators than singular (IQ score) or general intellect theories. Beyond just describing cognitions, MI theory could be used to improve pilot training by expanding on educational methods suggested by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Currently, most instructional methods for pilots are traditional in nature, which utilize lectures, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and one-on-one tutorial lessons. MI theory has rarely been applied to the design of aviation education (Craig & Garcia, 2001). To determine a pilot’s intelligence profile, the Multiple Intelligence Developmental Assessment Scale (MIDAS) was utilized in this investigation. From a sample of 31 professional aviators and 55 college flight students a common MI profile became evident. A descriptive analysis of the MIDAS scores indicated that both professional pilots and flight students scored high on Intrapersonal and Spatial Intelligence. The “pilot profile” found in this investigation replicates past research in the development of the MIDAS. Because most pilots in this study have similar profiles, educational programs could capitalize on these intellectual strengths. Furthermore, if a flight student scores low on important intellectual strengths for flight, instructional and learning strategies could be implemented to match the student’s intellectual strengths.
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Availability:
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Authors:
- Overchuk, Edward J
- Niemczyk, Mary
- Publication Date: 2009
Language
- English
Media Info
- Media Type: Print
- Features: Appendices; References; Tables;
- Pagination: pp 57-68
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Serial:
- Collegiate Aviation Review
- Volume: 27
- Issue Number: 2
- Publisher: University Aviation Association
- ISSN: 1523-5955
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Education and training; Education and training methods; Evaluation and assessment; General aviation; General aviation pilots; Intelligence quotient
- Subject Areas: Aviation; Education and Training; I10: Economics and Administration;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 01152919
- Record Type: Publication
- Files: TRIS
- Created Date: Mar 22 2010 6:03AM