Not just getting by : the new era of flexible workforce development / Mary L. Gatta, in collaboration with Kevin P. McCabe.

Author/creator Gatta, Mary Lizabeth, 1972-
Other author McCabe, Kevin P.
Format Book
Publication InfoLanham, MD : Lexington Books, ©2005.
Descriptionxix, 132 pages ; 23 cm
Supplemental ContentTable of contents
Subjects
Occupational training--United States.
Occupational training for women--United States.
Low-income single mothers--Employment. --United States.
Working poor--Education. --United States.
Workplace literacy--United States.
Web-based instruction--United States.
Open learning--United States.
Work and family--United States.

Contents A brief introduction to workforce development systems -- The new workforce challenge: finding the skills to move up and out of poverty -- Workforce development and welfare policy: explored through an intersectional lens -- Policy and programs: single working poor mothers and online learning -- Rethinking workforce development: reflections from a State Commissioner of Labor -- Concluding remarks: developing an agenda for workforce development and low-wage workers.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 119-126) and index.
LCCN 2005019589
ISBN0739111531 (cloth : alk. paper)
ISBN073911154X (pbk. : alk. paper)

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Joyner General Stacks HD5715.2 .G375 2005 ✔ Available Place Hold