Research Topic Research Problem Objectives
During this a. To identify
Comparative pandemic, which effective
Analysis of Urban between the public methods of
and Rural Officials servants of urban leadership
in their Capability and rural area have during pandemic
as Public Servants a more effective applied by
During Pandemic method of keeping rural and urban
their area safe and public servants
secure? b. To determine
Do characteristics differences and
of public servants similarities of
of urban and rural rural and urban
area play a leadership
significant role in techniques
the effectiveness of during pandemic
their leadership? c. To study the
factors that
contribute to
the
effectiveness
of the rural
and urban
mayor’s
leadership
technique
The outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic has affected the country,
whether rural or urban areas. Leaders and public servants play a
major role in flattening the curve and making the country safe.
Topic 5: Comparative Analysis of Urban and Rural Officials in
their Capability as Public Servants During Pandemic
Unit of Analysis:
Individuals – the public servants of urban and rural area who
are in charge of the safety and security of their constituents
(Public servants from Baguio City and the rural area of Tuba)
Rules and Ordinances – those that are implemented by the mayor
in relation to preventing positive cases in the area and
keeping the people safe and secure
RESEARCHER’S INTEREST: Highly Satisfied
The researchers are interested in knowing effective techniques
of officials in preventing further positive cases of COVID-19.
These techniques would highly help other officials in securing
their people and flattening the curve.
RESEARCHER’S COMPETENCE, CAPABILITIES, AND LIMITATIONS: Highly
Satisfied
As a political science student and an aspiring political
analyst, I have the passion to pursue this research and my
knowledge from previous studies will help me achieve this goal.
RESEARCHER’S OWN RESOURCES: Highly Satisfied
This research is timely and relevant and conducting it won’t be
a waste of time. If pursued, researchers will have ample time
in in doing the research process. It won’t be a hindrance to
the researcher’s financial capability, time and
responsibilities as a student.
IMPORTANCE/SOCIAL RELEVANCE: Highly Satisfied
Providing clear answer to the research question will lead to
the enlightenment of public servants to the effective ways of
preventing the spread of the virus. If other officials will
consider these effective techniques, then these areas whether
rural or urban will be COVID free.
RELEVANCE: Highly Satisfied
The result of this study will help the people decide for the
next election, in case these officials opt to run again. This
study will also show whether which between the urban and rural
will re-elect higher percentage of their officials during the
pandemic on the next election.
FEASIBILITY: Highly Satisfied
Through the help of the internet, data will be easier to
collect from respondents coming from the urban and rural area.
Since this is a timely topic, respondents are aware of it and
will be able to respond without hesitations because its goal to
find effective technique in preventing the spread of the virus
is important to all.
ETHICAL: Highly Satisfied
The researchers will respect the opinion of the respondents and
won’t alter their responses by convincing them to take a
particular side. Researchers will not also alter online
responses by editing them into the answer that they desire. The
researchers will set aside their personal biases.
NOVELTY/UNIQUENESS OF THE PROBLEM: Highly Satisfied
The problem presented in this research is still not widely
explored since this is the first time that the country have
suffered from a pandemic that led the implementation of
quarantine, enhanced community quarantine, general community
quarantine and total lockdown.
Statement of the Problem
1. What is the difference in terms of leadership between urban
and rural mayor who possess different gender identity in
their performance during pandemic?
Is there a significant difference between urban and
rural mayor who possess different gender identity in
their performance during pandemic as to:
1.1.1 Gender
1.1.2 Ethnicity
2. What are the programs implemented by urban and rural
officials during the pandemic?
Is there a significant difference on the programs
implemented between urban and rural officials during
the pandemic as to:
1.1.1 Information dissemination
1.1.2 Tourists
3. What are the methods of urban and rural officials in
dealing with the pandemic?
Is there a significant difference between urban and
rural officials in their methods of doing their public
service during pandemic?
