Evaluative research on literary aspects in teacher’s training

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: In this contribution we would like to find out, through an evaluative research, the concept of Literature students of the Degree in Primary Education at the University of Murcia, have been forging themselves. The purpose of the article is to show a vision of the concept through different dimensions contributed by future mediators. METHOD: One hundred participants, students from the first two years of the Degree in Primary Education, were chosen. Through their responses in an open typology interview, information related to three major thematic blocks was collected: the concept of Literature, consideration and reading motivation; relationship between literature, cinema and culture; future of Literature. RESULTS: The results will allow us to appreciate a paradox that responds to the influence of the educational system and society. Although the students consider literature as an art and recognise that their reading journey has been associated with school motives, their time devoted to literature is reduced. DISCUSSION: In addition, their predilection for audio-visual versions of books is high. Finally, it is worth highlighting the recognition by the respondents of the benefits reading, even though these responses do not correspond to their level of reading activity.