INTRODUCTION
GIS is a computer
system capable of assembling, storing, manipulating and displaying geographically
referenced information, i.e. data identified according to their locations. This
training will present a practical guide for using a geographic information
system (GIS) integrated with Monitoring and Evaluation.
The five days
training is aimed at helping development partners to monitor and evaluate the
activities of specific projects intended to support M&E systems for
sustainable programs and projects. The use of GIS in monitoring and Evaluation
improves the effectiveness and communications of results to management, funding
partners, and beneficiaries.
The integration of
GIS in monitoring and Evaluation makes it possible to link, or integrate
information that is difficult to associate through any other means. With GIS
M&E/Researchers are able to use combinations of mapped variables to build
and analyze new variables. Presenting data in the form of a map helps to
understand the significance of where, when, and by whom. By using the GIS to
link data from multiple programs the training will make it possible to
understand the individual programs better but also better understand the
relationship between the programs. Spatial analysis techniques will also help
with driving outcomes measures.
COURSE
OBJECTIVES
By the end of this course
the participants will be able to:
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Understand Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Systems
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Understand key concepts in M&E and GIS
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Learn how to developing an M&E-GIS System
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Learn about the working of M&E information management
systems
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Learn how to collect data using mobile phones and GPS
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Learn how to integrate existing M&E data with GIS
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Learn how to analyze and visualize M&E data with the aid
of GIS techniques
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Learn how to integrate GIS into M&E activities
DURATION
5 days
WHO
SHOULD ATTEND
The course targets
government representatives, project teams, NGOs, multi and bilateral
development organizations, consultancies, etc, who work as M&E specialists,
project managers, researchers and technical specialists.
COURSE
CONTENT
Module one: An Overview of GIS and Monitoring and
Evaluation
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Introducing M&E
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M&E Key components
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Basic Concepts of GIS
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GIS Software; the General Overview
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Open Source GIS Software
Module 2: New technologies being adopted in project
M&E
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Mobile phones in M&E
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GPS devices and M&E
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Participatory videos for M&E
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Supporting bottom-up learning
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Using ICT to make real-time M&E
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Examples of M&E systems incorporating GIS
Module three: The GIS Interface
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The QGIS Interface
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Adding Vector Data
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Exploring the Map View
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Exploring Features
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Adding Raster Data
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Saving Your Project
Module four: Geographic Analysis of M&E data
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Creating New Project from Existing One
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Geoprocessing Shapefiles
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Joining and Mapping Attribute Data
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Plotting Coordinate Data
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Running Statistics and Querying Attributes
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Drawing Buffers and Making Selections
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Screen Captures
Module Five: Thematic Mapping of M&E data
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Transforming Map Projections
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More Geoprocessing
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Creating Calculated Fields
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Classifying and Symbolizing Data
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Designing Maps
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Adding Labels
GENERAL
NOTES
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This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have
vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice.
The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works
and case studies.
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Training manuals and additional reference materials are
provided to the participants.
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Upon successful completion of this course, participants will
be issued with a certificate.
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We can also do this as tailor-made course to meet
organization-wide needs. Contact us to find out more: training@skillsforafrica.org
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The training will be conducted at SKILLS FOR AFRICA TRAINING INSTITUTE IN NAIROBI
KENYA.
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The training fee covers tuition fees, training materials,
lunch and training venue. Accommodation and airport transfer are arranged for
our participants upon request.
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Payment should be sent to our bank account before start of
training and proof of payment sent to: training@skillsforafrica.org
Dates | Fees | Location | Apply |
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14/10/2024 - 18/10/2024 | $2950 | Kigali | Physical Class Online Class |
11/11/2024 - 15/11/2024 | $1500 | Mombasa | Physical Class Online Class |
09/12/2024 - 13/12/2024 | $1500 | Nairobi | Physical Class Online Class |