Abstract:A cost-benefit analysis of medical videotape teaching is reported. Two colour videotapes, used in teaching a segment of tropical paediatrics, have been prepared for this study, using a minimum budget, but with accurate costing. Anonymous appraisal forms have been used to quantify perceived benefit. Current minimum costs for a completed standard half-hour teaching tape are $48 per minute, or $31 per minute if the medical producer's time is not costed. Perceived worth by consumers (audience of medical subjects e… Show more
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