The agency has posted four segments, to prompt people to file a return and to explain who is eligible.

One video advises people to watch out for scams. But, the message from viewers to the IRS is simple: Don't give up your day job.

Even if she went to YouTube for tax information, "those videos would not be appealing to us in the slightest," said Ithaca College senior Michele Meyer.

"They have no real information and the tone is almost patronizing," she told USA Today.

"Boring and seemingly ridiculous," Boston University junior Ashlie Chandler said.

IRS spokesman Terry Lemons explained that 20 million people who normally do not file could be eligible for rebates that range from $300 to $600 per individuals and up to $1,200 for couples filing jointly.

One video explains that the IRS will set up walk-in counseling services at 320 locations on Saturday, March 29, geared for those whose filing is focused solely on the tax rebate.

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