Videos tagged with Patience in Teaching

To be a better firearms instructor, especially for friends and family, avoid making assumptions about your audience's knowledge. Tailor your instruction to their skill level, focusing on fundamental concepts like grip, trigger control, and gun safety. Pay attention to non-verbal cues to gauge comfort and understanding, and make the learning experience fun and engaging.

John Dufresne of Kinetic Consulting emphasizes that effective firearms instruction requires more than just proficiency; it demands the ability to clearly convey complex information and understand student psychology. He stresses the importance of continuous learning, self-reflection on mistakes, and adapting teaching methods to individual needs. Dufresne advocates for empowering students to self-diagnose and improve, ultimately aiming to make them less reliant on the instructor.

This video emphasizes the importance of patience and clear communication when teaching new shooters. Instructors should break down concepts, use understandable terms, and demonstrate proper techniques like sight picture and trigger control. It highlights the need to establish a safe environment and build confidence by going back to basics, even using visual aids like drawing a sight picture.