Twelve essays written in Spanish on the state of adult education in Latin America are presented. The essays are organized into three main sections, including: "Concepto y evolucion historica de la educacion de adultos" (Conception and Historical Evolution of Adult Education); "Aspectos particulares" (Specific Subjects); and "Tendencias y perspectivas" (Tendencies and Viewpoints). Individual essays cover such topics as a critical analysis of the work of Paulo Freire; the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization's definition of literacy; strategies for extending literacy in Latin America and the Caribbean; language, culture, and literacy in working with indigenous peoples; and participatory evaluation in adult education. (Adjunct ERIC Clearinghouse on Literacy Education) (DS)