Re: Video offers

[Karen Becknell <becknellk@voyager.net>]

Dear Netters,

   I've noticed several queries lately re: video offers from companies
we do not recognize.  Recently, I've been flooded with requests for
purchases from teachers who have received flyers from Teachers Video
Company and 100% Educational Videos.

  In the case of Teacher's Video flyers, I have been able to identify
several videos (85% or more) which have been produced by such well-known
entities as Discovery, A&E, Biography, etc.  After perusing the offers,
I checked other suppliers.  One of my favorite suppliers is Library
Video Company.  They offer quality videos from a variety of producers,
including the networks.  After comparing the videos offered by Teacher's
Video to what was available from Library Video, I determined that I
could locate all but one video, all at a lower price.

  In the case of 100% Educational Videos, there is no information as to
who is producing these videos.  My major question relates to quality.  I
think 50.00 for an 11 minute video is expensive, especially since I do
not know anything about the product.  Yes, they offer a no risk return
policy, which is always a hassle.  No thanks.

  If you haven't seen the Library Video Co. catalog, you sheuld check it
out before purchasing from these "flyer" companies. ;>)  Request a
catalog from 1-800-843-3620.  Do I sound like a sales person?  I don't
mean to, I'm just tired of all the misinformation and hype.

Karen Becknell
Media Specialist
The Lamphere Schools
Madison Heights, MI
becknellk@hiller.lamphere.k12.mi.us