INTRODUCTION
Data collection and monitoring and evaluation
(M&E) have always been an integral part of development work. In the past,
these tasks were performed with paper and pen, which made them prone to error,
difficult to conduct on a large scale, and high in transaction costs.
ICT tools such as mobile devices and software that
allows users to create surveys, collect, manage and upload data to storage
facilities in real-time, have reduced the conventional challenges associated
with remote data collection and M&E.
If you have always wanted to learn how to collect,
manage and analyze project data using mobile devices, this training course is
for you. This training course also comes with additional M&E and GIS
modules to help participants put the skills acquired into perspective. The GIS
module will help participants work with spatial data.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this course the participants will be able to:
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Understand ICT tools and methods to conduct data collection,
statistical analysis and reporting
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Gather data for project/programme using innovative Mobile
data gathering tools.
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 I
Introduction
to the course
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Refresher to M&E
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Refresher to ICT
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Introducing mobile data collection system architecture
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Introducing common mobile based data collection
tools, techniques and platform.
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Mobile data collection benefits
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Mobile data collection
challenges
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Best Practices.
Module II
Introducing
Survey Authoring/Digitization
· Introduction to xlsforms
syntax for survey authoring - Digitizing questionnaires for ODK using xlsforms.
Intermediate
Survey Authoring/Digitization
· Intermediate survey
authoring: Digitizing questionnaires for ODK using xlsforms.
Module III
Advanced
Survey Authoring/Digitization
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Advanced survey authoring: Digitizing questionnaires for ODK
using xlsforms.
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Questionnaire logic.
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Troubleshooting Xlsforms
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Convertion of xlsforms to XML
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XML forms validation
Module IV
Survey Data
Hosting
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Apps Engine Account set up
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ODK aggregate server in a cloud server set up.
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ODK Collect for Mobile data collection set up.
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Uploading XML forms to ODK Aggregate
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Management of hosting platform quota.
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Data Visualization and analysis using ODK Aggregate.
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Analysis by downloading/extracting data from ODK Aggregate.
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Calibration of mobile device for data collection.
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Management of field data collection.
Mobile Data
Collection Using KoBoToolbox
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Using web-based interface to digitize questionnaires
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KoBo Toolbox for hosting data
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Mobile data collection using KoBo Collect set up
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Calibration of mobile device for data collection.
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Data Visualization and analysis using KoBoToolbox.
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Downloading/extracting data for analysis.
Module V (GIS)
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Spatial Mapping
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Introducing GIS
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Working with Spatial data (GPS Coordinates)
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Introducing the Fusion Table
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Exporting GPS Coordinates (Google maps) to Fusion tables
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Using QGIS to export data to Fusion tables
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Conversion of data to shape files
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Platform choice
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Platform choice discussion
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Integration of tools of Mobile Data Collection into projects.
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
· 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 |