Utilization and management of public recreational parks in Addis Ababa

Trabajo de Seminario , 2019 , 99 Páginas

Economía de las empresas - Negocios - General

This research aims to assess the practices and challenges of the utilization and management of Public Recreational Parks in Addis Ababa City Government.

For the sake of achieving the objectives of this study, data were collected using questionnaires, interview and focus group and field observation and were analyzed using statistical analysis such as descriptive Analysis, Statistical Tests Mann-Whitney Test (U-test), Kurskal Wallis test and Regression Analysis: Binary Logit were used to analyze the data. The information gleaned through questionnaire from a sample of 271 Public Recreational Parks, and Employees from Bihere-Tsige Park, Sheger Park Yeka Park, Gola Park, Addis Ketema and Park Kolfe Park. Moreover, information also gathered through questionnaires from 54 Employees of the Agency and Sample Sub-City Offices. A face-to-face interview was conducted with 6 managers of Public Recreational Parks. The six Recreational Parks were selected purposively based on their performance indicating the service facilities and number of visitors and the lists are taken from different sub-cities to make variation.

Samples of visitors were selected using purposive sampling technique. While employees of in the agency and sub-city office (the entire population) are since very small, census was applied to consider all the population as the respondents. Based on findings, recommendations emanating from the study are forwarded to build up the address the utilization and management of Public problems of Recreational Parks such as the integration of the relevant institutions at city level specifically of the Agency with Bureau of Land Development and Management should be improved for the success of the public recreational park projects specifically, and success of the development plans of the city in general. It was also recommended to improve social services to the residents. Besides, there is also a need to formulate clear and updated policy and guideline to provide standard services to maximum utilization of existing recreational parks, safe guarding recreational parks from being changed to other urban land uses and set a strategy to reclaim the already grabbed open spaces.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• CHAPTER ONE.
  • INTRODUCTION
  • 1.1. Background of the Study
  • 1.2 Statement of the Problem
  • 1.3 Basic Research Questions
  • 1.4 Objectives of the Study
    • 1.4.1 General Objectives
    • 1.4.2 Specific Objectives
  • 1.5 Significances of the Study
  • 1.6 Scope of the research
  • 1.7 Limitation of the Study
  • 1.8 Definition of Key Terms
  • 1.9 Dissemination Strategy
  • 1.10 Organization of the Study
• CHAPTER TWO.
  • REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
  • 2.1. Introduction
  • 2.2. Definition of Public Recreational Parks
  • 2.3 The Importance of Public Recreational Parks for City Residents
    • 2.3.1. The Public Health Benefits of Parks
    • 2.3.2. The Social Benefits of Parks
  • 2.4. Factors Contributing to Underutilization of Public Recreational Parks
    • 2.4.1 Design of the Park
    • 2.4.2. Accessibility as a Factor
    • 2.4.3. Geographic Accessibility and Perceived Accessibility
    • 2.4.4. Sense of Welcome and Context as Factors
    • 2.4.5. Activities Undertaken by Visitors in Parks as Factors
  • 2.5. Use of Indicators in Recreation Park Management
  • 2.6. Challenges in the Managing Recreational Parks
  • 2.7. Empirical Review
  • 2.8. Conceptual Framework
• CHAPTER THREE
  • RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Description of the Public Recreational Parks in Addis Ababa
  • 3.3. Research Design and Approach
  • 3.4. Population and Sampling
    • 3.4.1. Population and Sampling Frame
    • 3.4.2. Sampling Techniques and Sample Size
  • 3.5. Data Type and Sources
  • 3.6. Data Collection Instruments
    • 3.6.1. Questionnaire
    • 3.6.2. Interview
    • 3.6.3. Field Observation
  • 3.7. Data Analysis
    • 3.7.1. Quantitative Data Analysis
    • 3.7.2. Qualitative Data Analysis
  • 3.8. Data Presentation
  • 3.9. Operational Definition of Variables
    • 3.9.1. Independent Variables
    • 3.9.2. Dependent Variable
  • 3.10. Ethical Considerations
• CHAPTER FOUR
  • DATA PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Reliability and Validity of the Instrument
  • 4.3. Data Presentation and Analysis
    • 4.3.1. Socio-Demographic Characteristics of Respondents
    • 4.3.2. The Practice of Public Recreational Park Management
    • 4.3.3. Factors Affecting the Utilization of Recreational Park
    • 4.3.4 Determinants of Satisfaction of a Park User: Logit Regression Result
    • 4.3.5. Challenges of Public Recreational Parks
    • 4.3.6. Mann-Whitney Test Results
• CHAPTER FIVE
  • SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
  • 5.1. Introduction
  • 5.2. Summary of Findings
  • 5.3 Conclusion
  • 5.4 Recommendations

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

The study aims to investigate the utilization and management of public recreational parks in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The authors seek to understand the factors influencing the use of these parks and identify any challenges faced in their management.

• The importance of public recreational parks for city residents
• Factors contributing to underutilization of public recreational parks
• Management practices and challenges in public recreational parks
• Determinants of user satisfaction and factors influencing park utilization
• Recommendations for improving park management and utilization

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One provides an introduction to the study, outlining its background, problem statement, objectives, and significance. It also addresses the scope, limitations, and definitions of key terms used throughout the research. Chapter Two delves into the existing literature on public recreational parks, discussing their definitions, importance, and factors affecting their utilization. This chapter also explores challenges faced in managing these parks, focusing on design, accessibility, and the activities undertaken by visitors. Chapter Three focuses on the research methodology employed in the study. It describes the population, sampling techniques, data collection instruments, and data analysis methods used to gather and interpret information. The ethical considerations involved in the research are also discussed. Chapter Four presents the findings of the study, including data on the socio-demographic characteristics of respondents, the practice of park management, factors affecting park utilization, and the challenges faced by public recreational parks. Chapter Five summarizes the key findings of the study, drawing conclusions and providing recommendations for improving the management and utilization of public recreational parks in Addis Ababa.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The study focuses on public recreational parks in Addis Ababa, exploring themes such as park utilization, management practices, user satisfaction, accessibility, and community engagement. The research utilizes both quantitative and qualitative methods to gather data and analyze key factors impacting the effectiveness of public recreational spaces.

• Autores: Israel Endale (Autor), Girma Abebe (Autor), Tegegn Gebeyaw (Autor)
• Año de publicación: 2019
• Páginas: 99
• No. de catálogo: V1045128
• ISBN (Ebook): 9783346529183
• ISBN (Libro): 9783346529190
• Idioma: Inglés
• Etiqueta: utilization, addis, ababa