Training Course on Survey Tool Design, Data Collection and Management using KoBoToolBox
Data collection is a crucial component of any developmental project. In the past, it was primarily conducted using paper and pen, which often led to errors and posed challenges when managing large-scale efforts. KoBoToolbox is a suite of tools for field data collection for use in challenging environments. The software is free and open source. It allows data collection using Android-enabled mobile devices and data submission to an online server. This training on mobile data collection using KoBoToolBox will equip the participants with skills to develop, implement and manage mobile data collection platforms using KoboToolbox.
Target Participants
The course is useful for professionals who use data as part of their work and who need to make decisions from data analysis. This course does not assume prior knowledge of KoboToolBox or any other data collection platform.
What you will learn
By the end of the course the learner should be able to:
- Convert paper forms/questionnaires into digital forms that can be used for mobile data collection and case management
- Create survey forms using Build or XLSForms
- Set up Form Builder, Kobo Collect and KoboToolbox
- Upload forms to KoboToolbox server
- Load forms into Kobo Collect on an Android device
- Use Kobo Collect to fill out forms with field participants
- Upload survey data from Kobo Collect to KoboToolbox server
- Analyze and manage collected data
Course duration
5 days
Course Outline
Introduction
Mobile Data gathering
- Benefits of Mobile Applications
- Data and types of Data
- Introduction to common mobile based data collection platforms
- Managing devices
- Challenges of Data Collection
- Data aggregation, storage and dissemination
- Questionnaire Design
- Question types
KoboToolbox and KoboCollect
Introduction to KoboToolbox
- Components of KoboToolbox
- Kobo Form builder
- KoboCollect
- KoboToolbox server
Setting up KoBoCollect
- KoBoCollect Installation from google play
- Manual installation of KoBoCollect
- KoBoCollect Menus, Settings and Security
- Best practices for KoBoCollect
KoboToolBox Server and Designing/Creating Forms
KoboToolBox Server
- Configuring KoboToolBox Server
- Setting up local server
- Uploading the form to KoboToolBox Server
- Managing forms in KoboToolBox Server
- Working with submitted data in KoboToolBox Server
- Administering KoboToolBox Server
Designing and Creating forms using Formbuilder
- Designing forms online using Formbuilder
- Uploading forms to KoboToolBox Server
- Form properties
Survey Authoring using XLS Form and Field Data Collection
Designing and Creating form using XLS form
- Introduction to XLSForm
- Components of XLSForm
- Question types
- Form Logic, styling, language
- Form operators and functions
- Constraints & Skips
- Form validation
- Uploading form to KoboToolBox Server
Using KoboCollect for field data collection
- Filling forms in KoBoCollect
- Managing forms in KoBoCollect
- Collecting different types of data
- Advanced use and best practices
- Submitting data to KoboToolBox Server
Data Management and Visualization
Data Management
- Exporting data from KoboToolBox Server as CSV
- Downloading data in different formats
- Formatting data for further analysis using statistical applications
- Outputting data through Google spreadsheet
Visualizing Geographic Data
- Exporting GPS Coordinates to Google maps
- Exporting GPS data for Mapping/Visualizing
- Visualizing GIS data using QGIS
Training Schedule – Africa
Training Approach
This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers, who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. Furthermore, the course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group work, and case studies, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience for participants.
Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.
Certification on Survey Tool Design, Data Collection and Management using KoBoToolBox
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with an internationally recognized certificate. Altum Training and Research Institute is NITA certified. Read more.
Tailor-Made Course on Survey Tool Design, Data Collection and Management using KoBoToolBox
We can also do this as a tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs. Contact us to find out more info@altumtrainings.com
Payment
The training fee covers tuition fees, learning materials, and training venue. Additionally, accommodation and airport transfer are arranged for our participants upon request, ensuring a hassle-free experience for all attendees.
Payment should be sent to our bank account before start of training and proof of payment sent to info@altumtrainings.com
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