My point was talking about students that show up, using techniques they have no understanding of. For example, the guy who shows up thinking CAR is where it's at because he watched John Wick. Without having at least a cursory understanding when (and if) CAR is applicable, it's difficult to get that guy to buy into you saying that might not be the answer. Being able to explain the why not, along with the why.
Yes. I call them fantasy shooters. Some have a video game mentality,