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Motivational orientations as perceived deterrents to participation among low-literate adults seeking literacy referral services

Creator:

Stanley, Sandra Tierney

Abstract:

This investigation identified perceptions of deterrents to participation in adult literacy programs from among a low- literate non-participating adult population residing in the greater Portland, Oregon metropolitan area. While previous investigators have identified deterrents to participation among other subgroups of the population, such investigations have focused on those currently, or...

Resource Type:

Dissertation
A conceptual model of women entrepreneurs in small businesses

Creator:

Putnam, Carol A.

Abstract:

Women entrepreneurs are an economic force within the American and Oregon economy. Women are starting businesses at two to five times the rate of men. There has been significant research detailing the demographics, barriers, and business management skills of women business owners. Yet, the research to date has been limited...

Resource Type:

Dissertation