I request reviews from each of my students because bad instructors were the reason that I decided to become one. Not to say that it isn't possible for a student to slip through the cracks, but my goal with each class to to prevent bad experiences for each person individually.MasterOfNone wrote:Other instructors.... When you see a post like this, do you immediately scour the post for details hoping you don't recognize it as one of your students? Even when we do a good job, there's always that chance that someone didn't like the class but didn't say anything to you. I'm just glad I haven't recognized anyone yet.
There are a lot of instructors; most do a decent job, some are outstanding, and a few are inadequate. I have personally experience three different instructors, two were inadequate, but Crossfire did a phenomenal job. I frequently recommend Linda and Marty to others.
All of that being said, I tell each class that I can teach them for ten hours, but their ability to recall the information will decrease as time passes. Stressing "continuing education" is a big foundation of my course. Students have to take some responsibility beyond the CHL class - this forum is a perfect example and one the I encourage students to utilize. I also stress reviewing the CHL handbook, regularly shooting with their carry guns, shooting in local matches, etc. Having the best instructor in the state does not remove a responsibility that each of us has to continually improve ourselves.
That's just my take on it.