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Filtering by: Subject Aeronautics -- Human factors Degree Name Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (M.A.I.S.)

Beyond "Clear Transmission" : Commercial Aviation, Communication and Crew Resource Management

Creator:

Robarge, Mary Alida

Abstract:

This exploratory study looks at communication perspectives and applies them to the transcript of USAir Flight 427, a flight that crashed while attempting to land. Researchers calculate that 60% to 80% of the accidents can he traced to pilot error. Many of these errors occur through a single communication event...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis
Exploring the New Visual Environment as a Strategy to Facilitate Successful Student Adjustment to Culture Shock Associated with Study Abroad

Creator:

DeVito, Laura

Abstract:

This thesis seeks to explore how visual cues in the new environment affect Chinese international students studying abroad in the United States. Through open-ended interviews, Photovoice, and focus groups, Chinese international students shared their perspectives on their orientation, residence, campus places, color association, and on-campus place preferences. During the study,...

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

Full Text:

substantial support for addressing the visual cues in the environment and how this factor may affect the