Impact of the knowledge economy at the Public University

Abstract

This paper aims to reflect on the impact of the   knowledge economy on the public university and how   it affects the extension function that is understood as   the construction of different systems of actions aimed   at promoting and enhancing the university-society   bond, from the integration of university functions, the   disciplines and knowledge. This implies a questioning   of the instituted, allowing profound cultural changes, the reconstruction of academic knowledge, an   interdisciplinary approach, ethical, social, political   commitment and innovation.  

The methodology used for this study was descriptive   based on relevant texts in this regard, looking for   bibliography and adequate sources. It concludes that   the extension policy that is part of the educational   policy, must have as its objective the foundation which   society demands in the building knowledge and in   their extension to a complex and globalized society.