Plain English Meaning

A short list of questions the instructor asks a new student so they can get to know them and plan training that fits the student's goals, experience, and situation.

Full Definition

A written or verbal set of questions an instructor gives a new student at the start of training to gather background information such as prior flight experience, goals, reasons for learning to fly, available time, learning preferences, and any concerns. The instructor uses the responses to tailor lesson planning, pacing, and teaching approach to the individual learner.

Context Anchor

Seen in aviation instructor training, especially when discussing how an instructor gets to know a new student before planning lessons.

Derivation

Learner comes from learn, meaning to gain knowledge or skill. Questionnaire comes from question, meaning to ask. Together, the phrase points to a tool for asking questions so the instructor can better understand the person who is learning.