Plain English Meaning
How an instructor handles questions from a student: understand what is really being asked, give a clear and truthful answer at the right level, and if you do not know, admit it and go find out.
Full Definition
An instructional skill in which the instructor responds to a learner's question by first making sure the question is clearly understood, then giving an answer that is direct, accurate, honest, and matched to the learner's current level of knowledge. If the instructor does not know the answer, the correct response is to say so and then find the answer together with the learner.
Context Anchor
Seen in aviation instructor training, especially during ground lessons, flight briefings, and any moment when a learner asks for clarification.