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APPROVAL SHEET
With a great pleasure we would like to acknowledge the support, assistances and
contribution made by individuals from the beginning of the fieldwork, providing us access,
data and information, to the writing process until the completion of this thesis.
Foremost, we are highly grateful to Almighty God for His blessing that continue to
flow into our lives, for the strength and knowledge that made the researchers complete this
research study.
To our valued adviser, Mr. Raul F. Marquez, for his patience, encouragement,
support, guidance and help throughout the course of this study.
To Mrs. Denia S. Ravara, program head of Public Administration, for her undying
support, heartfelt support and guidance. We are fortunate to have her as our program head.
To Mrs. Alicia C. Asilo for her time and intelligence to edit this piece of work.
To the panelist, Mrs. Denia S. Ravara, Mrs. Mary Rose Q. Cabreros, and Dr.
Mercedita D. Torres, for giving their suggestions and comments to improve the manuscript.
To City and DLL librarians, for lending us book, journal, magazine and thesis needed
for the study.
The researchers would also like to acknowledge the Department of Interior and
Local Government, for giving us the information needed in the research study.
To our respondents for spending their time to answer the survey questionnaires,
thank you.
To our family, friends and loved ones for their unconditional love, inspiration and
support.
-The Researcher
DEDICATION
- Ruby
- Erlon
- Rez
ABSTRACT
Finding from the study revealed that (1) The barangay residents are young
adult and have been on the barangay for long years and have reached secondary
education. (2) The barangay residents of the three barangays agreed that their
barangay chairmen perform their duties and function in accordance to Sec. 389 of
the local government code of the Philippines. (3) The three barangay perform well in
terms of youth development program. (4) There is negligible positive correlation of
educational qualification of the Barangay Chairmen with their performance.
CHAPTER I
Introduction ------------------------------------- 1
Statement of the Problem ------------------------------------- 3
Research Paradigm ------------------------------------- 4
Objectives of the Study ------------------------------------- 5
Hypothesis ------------------------------------- 5
Scope and Limitation ------------------------------------- 6
Definition of Terms ------------------------------------- 6
CHAPTER II
Related Literature ------------------------------------- 8
Related Studies ------------------------------------- 13
Relevance of the study -------------------------------------- 15
CHAPTER III
Research Design ------------------------------------- 16
Research Locale ------------------------------------- 16
Research Respondents ------------------------------------- 17
Research Instrument ------------------------------------- 18
Data Gathering Procedures ------------------------------------- 18
Statistical Treatment ------------------------------------- 19
CHAPTER IV
Part I. Demographic Profile of
the Respondents ------------------------------------- 23
CHAPTER V
Summary of Findings ------------------------------------- 32
Conclusion ------------------------------------- 38
Recommendations ------------------------------------- 38
BIBLIOGRAPHY
APPENDICES
CURRICULUM VITAE
LIST OF TABLES
of local affairs. The local government units perform vital functions in national
and administrative fiats emanating from national authorities. They are now
local levels. The barangay, which is the focus of this study, is the basic
political unit which serves as the primary planning and implementing unit of
government policies.
people of his community who shall serve for three (3) years and elected for
not more than three consecutive terms in the same position and also has the
powers, duties and functions stated at Section 389 of 1991 Local Government
Code.
local affairs.
The standard and quality of life of the people living in the barangay is
evolution, have prompted many countries and organization to seek new ways
selected barangay chairmen. As they believe that the future leaders of the
1.1 Age
Performance of selected
Implemented
NULL HYPHOTHESIS
The scope of the researcher’s study was confined with the educational
There are thirty three (33) barangays in Lucena City, thirty three (33)
Barangay Chairman but the study focused only to three (3) barangays
Talao-Talao.
In the performance of the study, the following words are being defined
services.
Chapter II
REVIEW OF RALATED LITERATURE AND STUDIES
This chapter reviews the literature and related studies as they found to
have some relations and bearing to the present study. It provides background
information and the proper direction that will enable the researcher to support
the relevance of the study and to explain different views and opinions in the
study.
RELATED LITERATURE
Educational Qualification
Some people say leaders are born but according to Mitchell (2006)
people who become leaders develop their leadership skills overtime through
leadership and followership” that educated people can do certain tasks easily
and efficiently compared to the uneducated or those who are educated lesser.
This is in accordance with the dictum knowledge is power. It implies
that a person who is knowledgeable can perform better at tasks that require
that knowledge. Let aside the tasks that require the specialized knowledge
but even the common tasks educated people can handle better. In fact lack of
education does not imply the formal college diplomas but, the mere
knowledge of it. Though a person might not have diplomas but, the
the barangay captain and this act shows is sincere public service for his
humane and teaches them a lot about the country, how to express
have been great leaders who were uneducated, Kamaraj in India, for
example. But, such gems are a rarity. In life, compromises must be made.
Until an intelligent and foolproof plan exists for electing such gems from the
public, we must resort to what is best for the common man. An educated
that involves both central and local authorities. The local government units
concept and with the devolutions of functions already in placed, LGUs are no
national authorities. They are now viewed as the chief prosecutor of economic
basic essential public services. High performance is the result of the rational
equipment etc. and the delivery of the public services in a timely sustained
Panadero (2004), for his part, stressed that local governments have a
very crucial role to the attainment of government goals under the Millenium
contained specific guidelines for LGUs on how to implement the eight (8)
mandated in the 1991 Local Government Code and other related issuances.
determine the presence and absence of: (a) barangay compliance to laws
and presidential directives; (b) facilities and equipment; (c) managerial and
administrative capacities of barangay officials; and (d) programs and
capacity and limitations in the five (5) performance areas. It shall also serve
as guide for the higher local government units, the national government and
and productivity, thus, leading to a better quality of life for its residents.
RELATED STUDIES
Educational Qualification
community and from the local and national government significantly contribute
It’s important that leaders should have the ability to influence and
or non-degree programs that are being provided by the local government unit,
Performance
optimal use of resources such as funds, personnel, equipment, etc., and the
delivery of basic public services in a timely and sustained manner.” In the final
life of individuals, the society as a whole, and more importantly the poor. The
authors recommend that performance be assessed in terms of local
government capability. They stressed that “since the level of the local
Acosta, et al.)
different books written by different authors, and ideas with problem area. The
above have relevance and give additional information that supports the entire
study. It is significant and found to have bearing in the present study since it
focuses on the same topics, issues and concerns discussed in this research
study.
Chapter III
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
RESEARCH DESIGN
The primary tool used in conducting the study was survey questionnaires
which was the basis to carry on interviews that will be answer by the
RESEARCH LOCALE
these three (3) barangays due to its comparable number of household and
voting population among the rural barangay in Lucena City. Similarly, these
RESEARCH RESPONDENTS
formula,
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RESEARCH INSTRUMENT
parts:
The research title of this study was chosen by the panel out of three
research topics that the researchers have proposed. After the specific title
has been set, the researchers started gathering valuable information which
was used to complete the study. The proponents of the study went to the
adviser and BSPA Program Head which seeks permission to conduct survey
that were distributed to at least ten (10) selected respondents to test the
was checked by the adviser after the pre-trial survey was accomplished. An
initial number of 269 questionnaires were then prepared. Interviews with the
distributed. Every barangay had its own number of samples. During the
administration of the questionnaires, the researchers guided the respondents
to ensure that every item presented in the instrument was properly answered
and the questionnaires were immediately retrieved once the respondents had
STATISTICAL TREATMENT
The mathematical procedure used to analyze the gathered data was the
following:
1. Percentage Formula
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ܲ= ݔ100
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Where P = percentage
f = frequency
2. Weighted Mean
∑fx
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responses which gathered and grouped. Analysis was based from computed
interpretation were derived. The likert scale was used to determine the
in Lucena City.
Likert Scale:
chairmen.
∑x = sum of x scores
∑y = sum of y scores
the coefficient value. The coefficient value can range between -1.00 and 1.00.
If the coefficient value is in the negative range, then that means the
variables.
The quantitative interpretation of the degree of relationship:
gathered information with the use of the survey questionnaire. Data were
interpreted and analyzed using the statistical tools. Tables were used for an
Table 1
Frequency and Percentage Distribution of Respondents as to Age,
Educational Attainment and Years of residency
the age bracket of 18- 34 years old with an equivalent percentage of 37.2% or
100 respondents, and few of them fall from the age of 61 years old and above
between the ages of thirty-five and sixty are the most politically active. People
at this stage of life are more likely, than younger people, to have established
homes, hold steady jobs, and be settled into communities. Those with stable
community roots often have strong incentives and greater resources for
intended to classify them into three parts and the results are 61.3% or 165 of
the respondents are from High school level, followed by the 31.3% or 84 of
them are from College level, and 7.4% or 20 of them are from Elementary
Level.
As stated on Republic Act No. 9155 “It is hereby declared the policy of
the State to protect and promote the right of all citizens to quality basic
Filipino children a free and compulsory education in the elementary level and
free education in the high school level. Such education shall also include
alternative learning systems for out-of-school youth and adult learners. It shall
be the goal of basic education to provide them with the skills, knowledge and
values they need to become caring, self- reliant, productive and patriotic
citizens.
surveyed have 5 years and above which is 93.3% or 251 respondents. Then
4.1% or 11 respondents belong to the bracket of 3-4 years. While 1-2 years
Based on the table, 5 years and above of residency have the greatest
number of respondents which shows that they have a wide knowledge and
Ilayang Talim; 2.75 from the Barangay Mayao Castillo residents; and 2.90
barangay chairmen the three (3) ranking are: Item no. 8 Administer the
2.97; Item No. 9 Ensure the delivery of basic services and Item no. 1 Enforce
all laws and ordinances which are applicable within the Barangay having an
WM VI WM VI WM VI
Health 2.89 A 2.50 A 3.05 A 2.81 3
Infrastructure 2.95 A 2.40 A 3.07 A 2.80 4.5
Livelihood 2.67 A 2.89 A 2.80 A 2.78 6
Peace and Order 2.85 A 2.84 A 3.06 A 2.91 2
Education 2.78 A 2.72 A 2.67 A 2.72 7
Disaster Preparedness 2.52 A 2.85 A 3.05 A 2.80 4.5
Youth Development
3.32 SA 3.27 SA 3.96 SA 3.51 1
Program
Average Weighted 2.90
2.85 A 2.78 A 3.1 A
Mean
Legend: Range Verbal Interpretation:
3.26 – 4.00 = Strongly Agree
2.51 – 3.25 = Agree
1.76 – 2.50 = Least Agree
1.00 – 1.75 = Not Agree
Table 3 shows the programs and projects implemented by the barangay
agree.
Talim, Mayao Castillo and Talao-Talao conducts sportsfest and other social
cultural activities for youth with a weighted percentage mean of 3.51 and was
Rank 1.
the barangay in terms of peace and order with weighted percentage mean of
mean of 2.72.
government code.
Table 4
Pearson Rho Correlation between educational qualification and
performance of barangay chairmen
Educational Qualification Performance (Respondents Correlation Coefficient
(x) assessment) Interpretation
(y)
Pearson Rho Moment Correlation Coefficient in the light of the problem on the
when correlated with the y-value 2.953 resulted in the r-value .0279.The
range of the correlation coefficient is from .10 to .30 which shows that there is
and performance is indicative of the influence of one variable over the other.
in terms of Duties and Function the college graduate chairman got the highest
average weighted mean of 2.9, followed by the High school graduate with 2.8
while the elementary graduate with 2.75. It can be seen from the results that
means range from .05 to .1. Hence, educational qualification has a small
effect to the performance of the barangay chairmen. This led the researchers
to reject the null hypothesis that there is no significant relationship
Chairmen.
community and from the local and national government significantly contribute
and function.
leadership and followership” that educated people can do certain tasks easily
and efficiently compared to the uneducated or those who are educated lesser.
This chapter provides the summary of the study, wherein the summary
drawn were based on the result of the study and recommendations that were
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
141 respondents, while 37.2% or 100 respondents from 18-34 years old and
Mayao Castillo agreed on the statement that barangay chairmen enforce all
laws and ordinances which are applicable within the Barangay with weighted
statement that Negotiate, enter into, and sign contracts for and in behalf of
statement that Organize and lead an emergency group whenever the same
of 2.75.
2.1.5 The respondents from the three barangays agreed on the
statement that Prepare the annual executive and supplemental budgets of the
statement that Enforce laws and regulations relating to pollution control and
statement that Ensure the delivery of basic services with weighted percentage
mean of 2.89.
agreed, while Mayao Castillo least agreed on the statement that Promote the
2.2.1 Health
2.2.1.1 The respondents agreed that the barangay chairmen’s of three
2.2.2 Infrastructure
prevent congestion of waste that cause flash flood with weighted percentage
mean of 2.8.
barangays conducts free skills training for the residents of the barangay with
from three barangays agreed that the barangay police have complete
equipment and enough ability to ensure safety of the barangay with weighted
2.2.5 Education
from three barangays agreed that the barangay captain’s provides education
for children through day care centers with weighted percentage mean of 2.72.
from three barangays agreed that the barangay captain’s conducts seminars
and trainings to prepare people to any type of disaster
from three barangays strongly agreed that the barangay captain’s conducts a
sports fest and other social and cultural activities for the youth with weighted
Conclusions:
1. The barangay residents are young adult and have been on the
program.
officials.
in public administration.
BOOKS
ARTICLES
ELECTRONIC REFERENCE
The Punong Barangay, as the chief executive of the Barangay government, shall exercise such powers and perform
such duties and functions, as provided by this Code and other laws.
For efficient, effective and economical governance, the purpose of which is the general welfare of the Barangay and
its inhabitants pursuant to Section 16 of this Code, the Punong Barangay shall:
1. Enforce all laws and ordinances which are applicable within the Barangay;
2. Negotiate, enter into, and sign contracts for and in behalf of the Barangay, upon authorization of the
Sangguniang Barangay;
3. Maintain public order in the Barangay and, in pursuance thereof, assist the city or municipal mayor and
the sanggunian members in the performance of their duties and functions;
4. Call and preside over the sessions of the Sangguniang Barangay and the Barangay assembly, and vote
only to break a tie;
5. Upon approval by a majority of all the members of the Sangguniang Barangay, appoint or replace the
Barangay treasurer, the Barangay secretary, and other appointive Barangay officials;
6. Organize and lead an emergency group whenever the same may be necessary for the maintenance of
peace and order or on occasions of emergency or calamity within the Barangay;
7. In coordination with the Barangay development council, prepare the annual executive and supplemental
budgets of the Barangay;
9. Enforce laws and regulations relating to pollution control and protection of the environment;
10. Administer the operation of the Katarungang PamBarangay in accordance with the provisions of this
Code;
11. Exercise general supervision over the activities of the Sangguniang Kabataan;
12. Ensure the delivery of basic services as mandated under Section 17 of this Code;
13. Conduct an annual palarong Barangay which shall feature traditional sports and disciplines included in
national and international games, in coordination with the Department of Education, Culture and Sports;
15. Exercise such other powers and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed by law or
ordinance.
In the performance of his peace and order functions, the Punong Barangay shall be entitled to possess and carry the
necessary firearm within his territorial jurisdiction, subject to appropriate rules and regulations.
SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE
Instruction: Put a check (√) on the box that corresponds your answer. (Lagyan ng
_________________________________________________
Age (Edad):(___) 18 - 34 yrs. old (___) 35 - 59 yrs. old (___) 60 above (pataas)
Direction (Panuto): Please read the following question carefully. Put a check (√) on
the box that corresponds to your answer. (Basahin ng mabuti. Lagyan ng tsek (√) ang
3- Agree (Sumasang-ayon)
A. Health
B. Infrastructure
∑ = 552
Mean = 2.052
∑(X - Mx)2 = SSx = 213.271
Y Values
∑ = 794.48
Mean = 2.953
∑(Y - My)2 = SSy = 67.367
X and Y Combined
N = 269
∑(X - Mx)(Y - My) = 34.642
R Calculation
r = ∑((X - My)(Y - Mx)) / √((SSx)(SSy))
Mx: 2.052 My: 2.953 Sum: 213.271 Sum: 67.367 Sum: 34.642
Curriculum
Vitae
LEONEN, RUBY MARIE P.