Mobile Data Collection using ONA and KoBo Toolbox

INTRODUCTION

This instructor led training course will be delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web based tutorials and group work. 

The course will give participants an in-depth understanding of both Ona.io and KoBo Toolbox. 90% of the five days includes hands-on instructor led practical lessons. 

Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in English

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

The course is designed for representatives from government, project teams, NGOs, multi and bilateral development organizations, consultancies, etc, that are typically employed as project managers and directors, M&E specialists, technical specialists, and researchers.

REQUIREMENTS

This training is designed for participants who are reasonably proficient in English and have an understanding of basic ICT concepts.

DURATION

5 Days

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The course will introduce participants to tools and techniques to gather data for project/programme outcomes to stakeholders using innovative Mobile data gathering tools.

At the end of the course, you will become familiar with using ICT tools and methods to conduct data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting.

COURSE CONTENT

Introduction

• Introduction to KoBo Toolbox and Ona
• Types of questions
• Data types for each question.
• Questionnaire logic

Survey Authoring using KoBo Toolbox and Ona web Form builders

• Introduction to survey authoring

Advanced survey authoring

• Single/Multiple response questions
• Repeat questions
• Skip logic and patterns
• Group questions
• GPS
• Images
• Audio
• Videos
• Data referencing
• Cascading select
• Metadata

Survey data hosting

• Survey data hosting using KoBoToolbox
• Survey data hosting using Ona

Account management

• Account management and setting in KoBo toolbox
• Account management and setting in Ona

Data management and analysis

• Data Analysis and Visualization using KoBoToolbox
• Data Analysis and Visualization using Ona

XLSForm Authoring

• Notes and dates.
• Multiple choice Questions.
• Multiple Language Support.
• Hints, metadata and more.
• Conditional Survey Branching.
• Required questions
• Constraining responses
• Skip: Asking Relevant questions
• The specify (other)

• Grouping questions.
• Skipping many questions at once (Skipping a section)

• Repeating a set of questions.
• Special formatting.
• Making dynamic calculations.
• Survey Styling and formatting – Working with the appearance column.
• Working with media files.
• Cascading select
• External selects

Data Collection

• KoBo Collect installation and configuration.
• ODK Collect installation and configuration.
• Downloading forms into the mobile devices.
• Collecting data using KoBo Collect and ODK Collect

Spatial Mapping

• Introduction to GIS
• Working with Spatial data (GPS Coordinates)
• Introduction to Fusion Table
• Exporting GPS Coordinates (Google maps) to Fusion tables
• Exporting data to Fusion tables using QGIS
• Converting data to shape files
• Choice of Platform
• Discussion on the Choice of Platform
• Integrating Mobile Data Collection tools into projects

CUSTOMIZED TRAINING

This training can also be customized for your institution upon request. You can have it delivered your preferred location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on details below: 

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REQUIREMENTS

Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.  

TRAINING FEE

The course fees is KES 70,000.00 or USD 1,000.00 exclusive of VAT. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits.

All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is arranged upon request. For reservations contact us below.

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PAYMENT   

Payment should be transferred to bank before commencement of training.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

• All requests for cancellations must be received in writing.
• Changes will become effective on the date of written confirmation being received.