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What is a primary challenge in establishing the focus of Public Administration as a field of study?
What is a primary challenge in establishing the focus of Public Administration as a field of study?
Which three levels of analysis are utilized in International Relations to study phenomena?
Which three levels of analysis are utilized in International Relations to study phenomena?
How does the subject matter of Political Science overlap with that of Public Administration?
How does the subject matter of Political Science overlap with that of Public Administration?
What similarity exists between the fields of International Relations and Public Administration?
What similarity exists between the fields of International Relations and Public Administration?
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Why might scholars experience confusion in Public Administration?
Why might scholars experience confusion in Public Administration?
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What aspect of Public Administration faces frequent scrutiny due to its connection with Political Science?
What aspect of Public Administration faces frequent scrutiny due to its connection with Political Science?
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Which of the following does NOT typically fall under the ambit of Public Administration?
Which of the following does NOT typically fall under the ambit of Public Administration?
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In what way do varied levels of analysis help the study of International Relations?
In what way do varied levels of analysis help the study of International Relations?
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What distinguishes public administration from other disciplines in the social sciences?
What distinguishes public administration from other disciplines in the social sciences?
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Who is credited with the earliest attempt to study public administration in 1831?
Who is credited with the earliest attempt to study public administration in 1831?
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What was Tocqueville's primary intention when studying the American penal system?
What was Tocqueville's primary intention when studying the American penal system?
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What notable work did Tocqueville author that contributed to the field of public administration?
What notable work did Tocqueville author that contributed to the field of public administration?
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Which of the following criticisms of American public administration did Tocqueville express?
Which of the following criticisms of American public administration did Tocqueville express?
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What aspect of American penal institutions did Tocqueville find unique?
What aspect of American penal institutions did Tocqueville find unique?
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What was a significant challenge to the study of public administration noted by Tocqueville?
What was a significant challenge to the study of public administration noted by Tocqueville?
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Which statement accurately reflects Tocqueville's observations about public administration in America?
Which statement accurately reflects Tocqueville's observations about public administration in America?
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Which of the following challenges did American towns face during the early 19th century due to westward expansion?
Which of the following challenges did American towns face during the early 19th century due to westward expansion?
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What systemic issue did the Progressive Movement aim to address in the Civil Service?
What systemic issue did the Progressive Movement aim to address in the Civil Service?
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What was a significant event that highlighted the issues with the patronage system during the Progressive Movement?
What was a significant event that highlighted the issues with the patronage system during the Progressive Movement?
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What did President Andrew Jackson advocate for during his presidency in regards to democracy?
What did President Andrew Jackson advocate for during his presidency in regards to democracy?
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What major legislative act is associated with the establishment of a merit system in civil service?
What major legislative act is associated with the establishment of a merit system in civil service?
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Which of the following was NOT a focus of the Progressive Movement?
Which of the following was NOT a focus of the Progressive Movement?
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What was one of the results of the Progressive Movement's efforts in the United States?
What was one of the results of the Progressive Movement's efforts in the United States?
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How did Washington's approach to government appointments differ from Jackson's approach?
How did Washington's approach to government appointments differ from Jackson's approach?
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What was a primary focus of public administration in 19th-century Europe?
What was a primary focus of public administration in 19th-century Europe?
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How did Alexis de Tocqueville describe American public administration?
How did Alexis de Tocqueville describe American public administration?
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Which of the following is an example of a European administrative practice mentioned?
Which of the following is an example of a European administrative practice mentioned?
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What characterizes the pragmatic problem-solving approach in American public administration?
What characterizes the pragmatic problem-solving approach in American public administration?
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What was a significant contrast noted by Tocqueville between America and Europe?
What was a significant contrast noted by Tocqueville between America and Europe?
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Which of the following best explains the reasoning behind European focus on civil service examinations?
Which of the following best explains the reasoning behind European focus on civil service examinations?
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How did Tocqueville view European methods of administration compared to American methods?
How did Tocqueville view European methods of administration compared to American methods?
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What did Tocqueville suggest was lacking in America's approach to public administration?
What did Tocqueville suggest was lacking in America's approach to public administration?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Public Administration
- Public Administration faces challenges in establishing a clear focus, akin to International Relations, which also struggles with variable subject matters.
- Disciplines in Arts and Social Sciences have defined subjects, unlike Public Administration, leading to confusion about its scope and focus.
Distinction from Other Disciplines
- A key difference between Public Administration and other Social Sciences is its focus on improving policies, institutions, and programs that impact the public.
- Public Administration aims to enhance the understanding of public policies to foster better governance.
Challenges in the Study of Public Administration
- Tocqueville's Influence: In 1831, Tocqueville's work became an early and significant study of American Public Administration.
- Notable Focus: Tocqueville aimed to understand the American Penal System, highlighting its rehabilitation approach as progressive compared to other nations.
- Critique of American Administration: He argued that Public Administration in the U.S. lacked serious academic development and relied heavily on oral traditions rather than written scholarship.
European vs. American Approaches
- European Context: In the 19th century, European countries focused on creating structured, bureaucratic systems for public administration, emphasizing theoretical development.
- American Context: American public administration prioritized practical governance and direct democratic participation, often neglecting theoretical frameworks.
Role of the Progressive Movement
- Early Administrators: The administration's status quo during Tocqueville's time was influenced by a patronage system, favoring the upper class for government positions.
- Key Influencers:
- Washington aimed for merit-based appointments, hampered by political patronage.
- Jackson's presidency democratized access to public service jobs, opening them to broader societal segments.
- Garfield's assassination spotlighted the need for reform, stemming from patronage failures.
Reforms Initiated by the Progressive Movement
- The Progressive Movement aimed to professionalize the Civil Service and eradicate patronage practices.
- Pendleton Act of 1883 established a merit-based civil service system, embedding these reforms within U.S. law.
- The movement emphasized the importance of studying the Science of Administration, advocating for rigorous academic inquiry in public governance.
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This quiz covers the foundational concepts of Public Administration in the Philippines as discussed in the first lesson. It draws from Danilo Reyes's article, examining the evolution of this discipline and clarifying common confusions related to Public Administration. Ideal for students looking to grasp the significance of this field in the Philippine context.
