POLITICS, CONCEPTIONS AND ACTION OF EXTENSION IN THE BRAZILIAN SUPERIOR EDUCATION

Abstract

This study examines the concepts and extension policies in Brazil and investigates the impacts of the University Extension Program(PROEXT) for the institutionalization of university extension. The research characterized as qualitative, document type, helded by the Content Analysis. We analyzed legislation concerning higher education and the projects and programs submitted to PROEXT in 2009 and 2010 editions. The results show the close approach of outreach activities with teaching activities, higher expression in Line Focus Education, Social Development and Health and great emphasis on the qualification of teachers who work in the educational system.