International Journal of Research Studies in Management
United Tourism and Hospitality Professionals Special Issue
2024 Volume 12 Issue 14
Available Online: 21 November 2024
Author/s:
Villanueva, Eric L.*
Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Philippines
Marcaida, Amabel Marina C.
Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College, Philippines
Abstract:
This study was conducted to determine the impact of local tour guiding extension activity in Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College Candon Campus. Specifically, it aimed to determine the following: a) profile of respondents along age, sex and educational attainment; b) level of program outputs; c) level of impact; d) problems encountered by the respondents. Descriptive survey method was used and there were 88 respondents. The data gathered were statistically computed and interpreted using Frequency Count, Percentage and Weighted Mean. The following conclusions were drawn; a) most of the respondents are 19-22 years of age, female, college level; b) the level of program outputs of the respondents is very high; c) the level of impact of extension activity along economic aspect is high while social aspect is very high; and d) lack of informative materials is the number one problem encountered by the respondents. The following are recommended: a) the college may consider the distribution of informative materials or any resources as an integral part of extension activities for sustainability; b) the college may conduct testimonial activities such as presentation about the experience of beneficiaries to show awareness of the current status of the community involvement; and c) further studies should be conducted focusing on the other extension activities of the IHTM Department.
Keywords: local guiding, extension activity, impacts
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2024.1312
Cite this article:
Villanueva, E. L., & Marcaida, A. M. C. (2024). Local tour guiding extension activity: Its impact. International Journal of Research Studies in Management, 12(14), 93-98. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrsm.2024.1312
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