Chapter 2

INSTRUCTOR – PUPIL
RELATIONSHIP

2.1 HUMAN BEHAVIOR
The behavioral sciences are rich in knowledge of the management of people and the use of human resources. This is a valuable source of knowledge for instructors, who may do a disservice to their students if they try to rely exclusively on their personal experiences and observations to create the proper training atmosphere. Establishment of good relations with students means far more than just getting along.
2.1.1  Controlling Behaviour
The relationship between instructors and students has a profound impact on how much students learn. Students perceive their instructors as the symbols of authority during the time they share the classroom and the airplane. Students expect instructors to exercise certain controls, and they recognize and submit to authority as a valid means of control. The instructor's challenge is to know what controls are best for the particular circumstances.