The ability to communicate effectively is essential for all
aviation instructors. However, communication does not occur
automatically even though the instructor has a high level of
technical knowledge in a particular subject area. The beginning
instructor must understand the complex process involved in
communication, and become aware of the common barriers to
effective communication. Mere awareness of these factors is not
enough. The new instructor must also develop a comfortable style
of communication that meets the goal of conveying information to
students. Communication takes place when one person transmits
ideas or feelings to another person or group of people. Its
effectiveness is measured by the similarity between the idea
transmitted and the idea received. The process of communication
is composed of three elements: the source (sender, speaker,
transmitter, or instructor), the symbols used in composing and
transmitting the message (words or signs), and the receiver
(listener, reader, or student). The th