Introduction to NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course Lesson Plans Please assemble your Basic Pistol Lesson Plans.

Introduction to NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course Lesson Plans Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: State the goal of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Describe the structure of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course Outline and Lesson Plans. Explain NRA policies on safety procedures, course length, required materials, and teaching methods to be followed when conducting an NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Outline the content of the NRA Pistol Shooting Course

Structure of the NRA Lesson Plans Introduction (page 1-6) Basic – Objective based Total Participant Involvement (TPI) Course Length and Time Requirements Safety Establish Emergency procedures No live ammunition in class Student verification of unloaded firearms Terminology

Structure of the NRA Lesson Plans (continued…) Course outline (page 9) Goal Length of course Student text Course lessons Required Materials (page 11) Learning Objectives (page 9-10) Length of lesson Facility Training aids References Content 13330 30610

Structure of the NRA Lesson Plans (continued…) Instructional notes Lesson plan walk-through Pages I-1-V-4 Student examination and grading key Appendix 5 The NRA Student Handbook NRA Guide to the Basics of Pistol Shooting

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: State the goal of the Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Describe the structure of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course Outline and Lesson Plans. Explain NRA policies on safety procedures, course length, required materials, and teaching methods to be followed when conducting an NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Outline the content of the NRA Pistol Shooting Course.

Questions What ARE Your Questions? The next Lesson will be Teaching Pistol Lesson I: Knowledge and Safe Gun Handling

Pistol Knowledge and Safe Gun Handling

Pistol Knowledge and Safe Handling Instructor Training Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Effectively conduct Lesson I: Pistol Knowledge and Safe Handling of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Effectively teach the parts and operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols according to NRA lesson plans. Effectively teach the NRA fundamental rules of safe gun handling Conduct a safe pistol handling practical exercise.

Turn to page I-1 in the Pistol Shooting Lesson Plans Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: State the course goal and special requirements for the five lessons. Identify the principal parts of a pistol and the types of pistol actions, and demonstrate how they function. Statypesxplain, apply, and adopt the NRA rules for safe gun handling. Demonstrate how to handle pistol in a safe manner.

USE Training aids for your presentations Assignments Group 1, Section C and H (Revolvers) Group 2, Section I (Semi-Automatics) Group 3, Section J – K (Operating & Safety) Group 4, Section L (Handling Practical) Required Required USE Training aids for your presentations Preparation time 15 minutes Presentation time 10 minutes

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: Effectively conduct Lesson I: Pistol Knowledge and Safe Handling of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Effectively teach the parts and operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols according to NRA lesson plans. Effectively teach the NRA fundamental rules of safe gun handling Conduct a safe pistol handling practical exercise.

Questions What ARE Your Questions? The next Lesson will be Teaching Pistol Lesson II: Ammunition Knowledge and the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting

Ammunition Knowledge and the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting

Ammunition Knowledge and the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting Instructor Training Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Effectively conduct Lesson II: Ammunition Knowledge and the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Effectively teach ammunition components, types and the firing sequence of a cartridge according to NRA lesson plans. Effectively teach ammunition identification, storage, and malfunctions according to NRA lesson plans.

Learning Objectives Continued Explain the importance of determining eye dominance in beginning pistol shooters, and conduct an eye dominance exercise. Effectively teach the five fundamentals of pistol shooting according to NRA lesson plans.

Turn to page II-1 in the Pistol Shooting Lesson Plans Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Identify the different components of a pistol cartridge. Explain the firing sequence of a cartridge. Explain how to properly identify and store ammunition. State the major types of cartridge malfunctions, and how to react to them. Explain the fundamentals of pistol shooting.

USE Training aids for your presentations Assignments Group 1, Section B-1 thru B-4 (Ammo) Group 2, Section B-5 thru B-6 (Ammo storage/malfunctions) Group 3, Section C thru E (Safety Rules, Eye, Positions) Group 4, Section F (without practical) Group 5, Section G (Fundamentals) USE Training aids for your presentations Preparation time 15 minutes Presentation time 10 minutes

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: Effectively conduct Lesson II: Ammunition Knowledge and the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Effectively teach ammunition components, types and the firing sequence of a cartridge according to NRA lesson plans. Effectively teach ammunition identification, storage, and malfunctions according to NRA lesson plans.

Lesson Summary Continued Explain the importance of determining eye dominance in beginning pistol shooters, and conduct an eye dominance exercise. Effectively teach the five fundamentals of pistol shooting according to NRA lesson plans.

Questions What ARE Your Questions? The next Lesson will be the Basic Pistol Shooting Instructional Method

Basic Pistol Shooting Instructional Method

Basic Pistol Shooting Instructional Method Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Explain the importance of concentration for the success of beginning pistol shooters. List various ways the instructor can enhance the student’s ability to concentrate. Describe the NRA eight-step method for training beginning pistol shooters. Describe the coach/pupil method and ball and dummy technique and explain the value of using them in the training process.

Basic Pistol Shooting Instructional Method Excluding safety, what is the most important element essential to the success of a beginning pistol shooter?

Basic Pistol Shooting Instructional Method CONCENTRATION!

Basic Pistol Shooting Instructional Method What is concentration?

Basic Pistol Shooting Instructional Method The ability to focus all of one’s attention and energy to accomplish a specific task.

Basic Shooting Instructional Method If concentration is so important to the success of a beginning pistol shooter, what Implication does this have for an instructor?

Basic Shooting Instructional Method Everything the instructor does must be directed towards enhancing the shooter’s ability to concentrate!

Basic Shooting Instructional Method What are some ways the instructor can enhance the student’s ability to concentrate?

Ways to enhance concentration: Small caliber ammunition for less recoil (.22 standard velocity) Proper grip size Manageable gun weight (but not too light) Medium barrel length Gun functional and mechanism clean Good quality ammunition Target close to shooter Target relatively large Target blank Good lighting Fair weather

Ways to enhance concentration (continued) Little wind Comfortable clothing Instructor does not over-instruct Adequate hearing and eye protection Avoid or control background noise Keep spectators to a minimum Stress fun as opposed to competition

Object of Concentration The student must learn to concentrate on the two most important fundamentals: Sight alignment (Aiming) Focus on the front sight Trigger squeeze

Pistol Instructional Method NRA’s eight-step method for teaching beginning pistol shooters. Section C pages III-6 – III-7 Study the position Practice position without a gun Practice position with gun Align position with target Dry fire exercise Live fire exercise Make appropriate sight adjustments Resume live firing

Instructional Techniques What is the coach/pupil method? What is the ball and dummy technique?

Instructional Techniques The Coach/Pupil method is two students who alternately play the roles of coach and pupil under the supervision of an instructor. Demonstration of coach/pupil method The Ball and Dummy technique is, student fires a gun not knowing if it is loaded or unloaded.

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: Explain the importance of concentration for the success of beginning pistol shooters. List various ways the instructor can enhance the student’s ability to concentrate. Describe the NRA eight-step method for training beginning pistol shooters. Describe the coach/pupil method and ball and dummy technique and explain the value of using them in the training process.

Questions What ARE Your Questions? The next Lesson will be the Teaching Pistol Lesson III Firing the First Shots

Firing the First Shots

Firing the First Shots Instructor Training Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Effectively conduct Lesson III: Firing the First Shots of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Explain basic range safety procedures, range commands, and shooting safety rules. Effectively teach students to shoot a pistol from the benchrest position according to the NRA instructional method. Effectively teach students to shoot a pistol from the two-handed standing position according to the NRA instructional method.

Turn to page III-1 in the Pistol Shooting Lesson Plans Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Safely demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely assume the benchrest position with a pistol. Safely shoot a pistol from the benchrest position, using the fundamentals of pistol shooting, at a target on a range. Safely demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely assume the two-handed standing position with a pistol. Safely shoot a pistol from the two-handed standing position, using the fundamentals of pistol shooting, at a target on a range.

USE Training aids for your presentations Assignments Group 1, Section B (Range Safety) Group 2, Section C (Benchrest) Group 3, Section D (Two-Handed Standing) USE Training aids for your presentations Preparation time 15 minutes Presentation time 10 minutes

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: Effectively conduct Lesson III: Firing the First Shots of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Explain basic range safety procedures, range commands, and shooting safety rules. Effectively teach students to shoot a pistol from the benchrest position according to the NRA instructional method. Effectively teach students to shoot a pistol from the two-handed standing position according to the NRA instructional method.

Questions What ARE Your Questions? The next Lesson will be the Teaching Pistol Lesson IV Scoring Targets, and Selecting and Maintaining a Pistol

Scoring Targets, and Selecting and Maintaining a Pistol

Firing the First Shots Instructor Training Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Effectively conduct Lesson IV: Scoring Targets, and Selecting and Maintaining a Pistol of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Effectively teach students to properly score a target. Explain to students basic guidelines for selecting a pistol. Identify the materials needed to clean a pistol and ensure your students can clean a pistol safely

Turn to page IV-1 in the Pistol Shooting Lesson Plans Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Properly score a target. Explain the basic guidelines for selecting and purchasing a pistol. Identify the materials needed to clean a pistol. Demonstrate how to safely clean a pistol.

USE Training aids for your presentations Assignments Group 1, Section B (Scoring) Group 2, Section C (Selecting) Group 3, Section D (Caring) USE Training aids for your presentations Preparation time 15 minutes Presentation time 10 minutes

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: Effectively conduct Lesson IV: Scoring Targets, and Selecting and Maintaining a Pistol of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Effectively teach students to properly score a target. Explain to students basic guidelines for selecting a pistol. Identify the materials needed to clean a pistol and ensure your students can clean a pistol safely

Questions What ARE Your Questions? The next Lesson will be Evaluating and Improving Performance of Beginning Pistol Shooters

Evaluating and Improving Performance of Beginning Pistol Shooters

Evaluating and Improving Performance of Beginning Pistol Shooters Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Explain the definition, purpose, and process of evaluating beginning Pistol shooters. Explain how to provide feedback in a positive manner. Discuss ways to improve the performance of beginning Pistol shooters.

“Evaluation” What takes place during evaluation?

“Evaluation” Evaluation is a determination of whether, and to what extent training has taken place.

What is the ultimate purpose of evaluation?

“Purpose” Ultimately, the purpose of evaluation is to improve the performance of the student in whom we are attempting to develop knowledge, skills and attitude!

“Process” What are some of the things an instructor needs to do when making an evaluation?

“Process” An instructor needs to know the correct behavior to look for, how to look for it, and how to provide feedback to enhance the student’s ability to perform it!

“Standard” What behaviors are we looking for in beginning Pistol shooters on the firing line?

“Standard” Instructors must look for conformity to certain standards, namely, the safe and correct execution of the fundamentals of Pistol shooting!

“Method” What method should instructors use to determine that the fundamentals are being executed properly?

“Method” Primarily, observation of the gun while the student is shooting. Occasionally, the instructor should also watch the shooter, and take a look at the target between shots.

“Feedback!” How does an instructor provide feedback?

“Feedback!” Always involve your students in the evaluation process by encouraging self- analysis, and by directing the student to perform the correct action, not by describing the incorrect action. Always keep your feedback positive.

“Feedback!” People may forget what you DID, They may forget what you SAID, But they will NEVER forget how you made them FEEL!

Common Difficulties Among Beginning Pistol Shooters Difficulty in concentrating Difficulty in relaxing Incorrect body position Incorrect gun position Incorrect sight alignment/picture Improper breath control Incorrect trigger control Incorrect follow-through Use of non-dominant eye

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: Explain the definition, purpose, and process of evaluating beginning Pistol shooters. Explain how to provide feedback in a positive manner. Discuss ways to improve the performance of beginning pistol shooters.

Questions What ARE Your Questions? The next Lesson will be the Teaching Pistol Lesson V Continued Opportunities for Skill Development

Continued Opportunities for Skill Development

Continued Opportunities for Skill Development Instructor Training Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Effectively conduct Lesson V: Continued Opportunities for Skill Development of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Explain how to improve their shooting skills through participation in the Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program, the NRA Basic Firearm Training Program, and competitive shooting. Describe the benefits of joining an NRA-affiliated shooting club. Describe the objectives, programs, and benefits of joining the National Rifle Association.

Turn to page V-1 in the Pistol Shooting Lesson Plans Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Identify several ways to pursue pistol shooting activities after the course

USE Training aids for your presentations Assignments Group 1, Section B-1 (Qualification – study the booklet) Group 2, Section B-2 thru B-4 (Training, Competition, Clubs) Group 3, Section C (The NRA) USE Training aids for your presentations Preparation time 15 minutes Presentation time 10 minutes

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: Effectively conduct Lesson V: Continued Opportunities for Skill Development of the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Explain how to improve their shooting skills through participation in the Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program, the NRA Basic Firearms Training Program, and competitive shooting. Describe the benefits of joining an NRA- affiliated shooting club. Describe the objectives, programs, and benefits of joining the National Rifle Association.

The next Lesson will be Pistol Instructor Examination Questions What ARE Your Questions? The next Lesson will be Pistol Instructor Examination

Pistol Instructor Examination

Pistol Instructor Examination Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Explain the role of examinations in the training process. Explain the role of student evaluations in instructor development. Explain the importance of recognizing students upon successful completion of a training course Apply to the National Rifle Association for pistol instructor certification.

Role of Examinations in Training What role do you believe examinations play in the training process?

Role of Examinations in Training Examinations should be viewed as one of many teaching and evaluation tools which help instructors and students alike determine whether and to what extent training has taken place. Examinations indicate progress as well as point out areas where additional training may be necessary to develop the desired knowledge, skills and attitude. There is no minimum passing score for a basic course student, but a poor attitude towards safety could be reason not to pass a student.

Instructor Examination NRA Pistol Examination Open book May use your notes Lesson plans Handbook 60 minutes

Instructor Examination Review examination Exchange examinations Ensure every candidate knows the correct answers to each question Passing Score for instructor examination: Certified Instructor 90% or higher Assistant Instructor 85% or higher Apprentice Instructor 85% or higher

The Role of Recognition in Training What role do you believe student recognition plays in the training process?

The Role of Recognition in Training Encourages Efforts Rewards Proficiency Encourages Participation Motivates

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: Explain the role of examinations in the training process. Explain the role of student evaluations in instructor development. Explain the importance of recognizing students upon successful completion of a training course Apply to the National Rifle Association for pistol instructor certification.

Questions What ARE Your Questions?

Home Firearm Safety

Home Firearm Safety Course Goal: To teach the basic knowledge and skills, and to explain the attitude necessary for safe handling and storage of guns in the home. Course Time: 4 Hours Facilities: Classroom Number of Lessons: 4

HFS Lesson I: Rules for Safe Gun Handling Learning Objectives: State the course goal State the major causes of gun accidents State the basic elements of gun safety State the three fundamental safe gun-handling rules State who is responsible for teaching gun safety to children

HFS Lesson I: Rules for Safe Gun Handling Lesson Introduction Why Americans Own Firearms Review National Safety Council Statistics on Deaths from Firearm Accidents Emphasize Responsibilities Toward Safety Know the Major Causes of Firearm Accidents Basic Elements of Gun Safety

HFS Lesson I: Rules for Safe Gun Handling Three Fundamental Safe Gun Handling Rules Other Safety Rules When Using or Shooting Guns Parents Are Responsible for Teaching Their Children Abous Gun Safety Summarize Lesson Preview Next Lesson

HFS Lesson II: Identifying and Unloading Different Firearms Learning Objectives: Define handgun, rifle, and shotgun. Identify the different types of handguns and know their parts. Unload various types of handguns. Identify the different types of rifles and know their parts. Unload various types of rifles. Identify the different types of shotguns and know their parts. Unload various types of shotguns.

HFS Lesson II: Identifying and Unloading Different Firearms Review Previous Lesson Lesson Introduction Define Firearm and Action Define Handgun, Rifle and Shotgun Handgun Parts & Operation Rifle Parts & Operation

HFS Lesson II: Identifying and Unloading Different Firearms Shotgun Parts & Operation Muzzleloaders Air Guns Summarize Lesson Preview Next Lesson

HFS Lesson III: Practical Exercises in Safe Gun Handling Learning Objectives: Safely handle the difference types of firearms mentioned in Lesson II and unload them.

HFS Lesson III: Practical Exercises in Safe Gun Handling Review Previous Lesson Lesson Introduction Practical Exercise Guidelines Summarize Lesson Preview Next Lesson

HFS Lesson IV: Types of Ammunition; Cleaning and Storage of Firearms Learning Objectives: Identify different types of rifle cartridges, handgun cartridges and shotgun shells. Explain the firing sequence of modern ammunition. Explain how to clean firearms properly. Explain how to store firearms and ammunition properly.

HFS Lesson IV: Types of Ammunition; Cleaning and Storage of Firearms Review Previous Lesson Lesson Introduction Rifle and Handgun Ammunition Shotgun Ammunition Firing Sequence Cleaning Firearms

HFS Lesson IV: Types of Ammunition; Cleaning and Storage of Firearms Gun Cleaning Procedures Firearm Storage Summarize Lesson Course Review Issue Completion Certificates Closing Comments

USE Training aids for your presentations Assignments Group 1: Lesson I: Section B, C, D and E Group 2: Lesson I: Section F, G, H and I Group 3: Lesson II: Section E Group 4: Lesson II: Section F Group 5: Lesson II: Section G Group 6: Lesson II: H and I Required Required Required USE Training aids for your presentations Preparation time 15 minutes Presentation time 10 minutes

USE Training aids for your presentations Assignments Group 1: Lesson III, Section C: practical station with Handguns & Rifles Group 2: Lesson III, Section C: practical station with Shotguns Group 3: Lesson IV, Section C, D & E Group 4: Lesson IV, Section F & G Group 5: Lesson IV, Section H Required Required USE Training aids for your presentations Preparation time 15 minutes Presentation time 10 minutes

Home Firearm Safety Instructor Examination and Course Conclusion

Home Firearm Safety Instructor Examination and Course Conclusion Instructor Training Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this lesson, you should be able to: Explain the role of examinations in the training process. Explain the role of student evaluations in instructor development. Explain the importance of recognizing students upon successful completion of a training course. Apply to the National Rifle Association for Home Firearm Safety Instructor certification.

What role do you believe examinations play in the training process?

Role of Examinations in Training Examinations should be viewed as one of many teaching and evaluation tools which help instructors and students alike determine whether and to what extent training has taken place. Examinations indicate progress as well as point out areas where additional training may be necessary to develop the desired knowledge, skills and attitude. There is no minimum passing score for a basic course student, but a poor attitude towards safety could be reason not to pass a student.

Instructor Examination NRA Home Firearm Safety Instructor Examination Open book May use your notes Lesson plans Handbook 60 minutes

Lesson Summary Learning Objectives: As a result of your participation in this lesson, you can: Explain the role of examinations in the training process. Explain the role of student evaluations in instructor development. Explain the importance of recognizing students upon successful completion of a training course. Apply to the National Rifle Association for Home Firearm Safety instructor certification.

What ARE Your Questions?