Abstract

The mass media, especially television, have established as indispensable elements in society. These media are so influential in our lives that they have come to form part of them, through physical as psychological dependence. Television is peculiar, interesting and «dangerous». Persuasion is one of the most used strategies, and one could wonder about its intention. Perhaps it is time to question the privileged role society has given to television, and without doubt, reflection and a critical spirit are essential to do this.

Abstract

In this paper we gather part of the research about the use of press as curricular material in basic adults´education. The work has contributed to different aspects concerning the relevance but also the obstacles that teachers face in their effort to use press in different subjects of the curriculum. The study contributes to know the circumstances of integration of press in education. It includes some improvements, and it promotes some work lines concerning this topic.