What the study found
The preliminary study found that a blended-learning simulation-based model is recommended for the Aerodrome Flight Information course. The authors also indicate that briefing should be done intensively before role-play simulation, and that briefing should be held online because of time constraints.
Why the authors say this matters
The findings indicate that a blended-learning simulation-based model should be developed for the course. The study suggests a supplemental model that retains face-to-face learning time while adding online learning activities.
What the researchers tested
The researchers conducted a preliminary study for an instructional model at the Indonesia Civil Aviation Institute from February to April 2016. They used step 3a of the blended learning decision matrix from Hew and Cheung (2014), adapted from Foo (2014), and examined institutional support, infrastructure readiness, content readiness, instructor readiness, and student readiness through interviews and field observation.
What worked and what didn't
The data analysis and interpretation indicate that infrastructure, instructors, and learners were suitable for a blended-learning simulation-based model. The study also indicates that briefing should be done intensively before role-play simulation and that, because of time constraints, briefing should be held in online learning.
What to keep in mind
This is described as a preliminary study, so the abstract presents early findings rather than a full evaluation of the final instructional model. The abstract does not describe detailed outcomes for content readiness or institutional support beyond the readiness areas reviewed.
Key points
- A blended-learning simulation-based model was recommended for the Aerodrome Flight Information course.
- The authors said briefing should be intensive before role-play simulation.
- Because of time constraints, the study indicates briefing should be held online.
- Infrastructure, instructors, and learners were found suitable for the blended-learning simulation-based model.
- The study was based on interviews and field observation at the Indonesia Civil Aviation Institute.
Disclosure
- Research title:
- Preliminary review supports blended simulation model
- Authors:
- Sri Rahayu Surtiningtyas
- Publication date:
- 2026-04-25
- OpenAlex record:
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