They also can be misused to the extent that they make drug education programs a laughingstock. Using videotapes to substitute for teaching is an abuse of the medium, as well as the students. When used properly, videotapes can add interest and excitement to a lesson. When used improperly, videotapes can destroy student interest in the subject, and bring your teaching skills into question. Over the past two generations, we have become a nation of video viewers.
Students are comfortable viewing videos, it is a familiar learning style.
But they also have become accustomed to professionally produced television programs, and have come to expect high-quality productions. Even small local television stations use at least five cameras to produce a local newscast. Trying to produce an educational video with one or two camera angles might turn-off today's sophisticated viewers. Avoid insincere acting and goofy music tracks. Consider involving a local television station in your local production, however.