Training on Mobile Based Data Collection Using ODK

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Training on Mobile Based Data Collection Using ODK, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
Training or Development Class Title
Training on Mobile Based Data Collection Using ODK
Event Type
Training or Development Class
Training or Development Class Date
21-08-2017 to 25-08-2017
Last Date for Applying
25-08-2017
Location
Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
Organization Name / Organize By
Tech for Development(T4D)
Organizing/Related Departments
ICT
Organization Type
Organization
Training or Development ClassCategory
Both (Technical & Non Technical)
Training or Development ClassLevel
International
Related Industries

Education/Teaching/Training/Development

Business Development

Computer/Technology

Information Technology

Location
Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya

Course Name: Mobile Based Data Collection Using ODK.

Dates: 21st to 25th August 2017.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya.

Course Fees: KES 75,000 OR USD 1,100.

Tech for Development (T4D) would like to invite you to a high impact Training Course in Mobile Based Data Collection Using ODK to be held in Nairobi, Kenya from 21st October to 25th August 2017.

WHY T4D?

We are an international training, capacity building and tech solutions organization that offers tech solutions, scheduled and tailor made training and capacity building solutions to individuals and development agencies in Africa and around the world.

We provide our training programs with a capacity-building goal, so as to ensure that, our training programs contribute to sustainable change.

Introduction

Data collection has always been an integral part of development work. In the past, this task was performed with paper and pen, which made it 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.

If you have always wanted to learn how to collect, manage and analyze project data using mobile devices, this training course is for you.

Who should Attend?

This course is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning how to collect and manage project data using mobile devices.

Requirements

This course 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 collect data for project/programmes using innovative Mobile data collection 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 Contents

Module I

  • ICT Refresher
  • Introduction to  Mobile Data Collection
  • Benefits of Mobile Based Data Collection
  • Challenges facing Mobile Based Data Collection and their work arounds.
  • Introduction to basic xlsforms syntax for survey authoring.

Module II

Getting started

  • Types of questions.
  • Data types for each question.
  • Types of questionnaire and Form logic.
  • Extended data types geoid, image and multimedia.

Form Validation and Conversion

  • Converting xlsforms to xml forms.
  • Validating xml forms.
  • Troubleshooting common syntax errors.

Device calibration (Mobile Phones/Tablets)

  • ODK Collect installation and configuration.
  • Uploading forms into the mobile devices – Manually/Downloading from the server.
  • Hands-on Exercise.

Hosting survey data (Online)

  • ODK Aggregate and Appengine - Setup

Module III

Intermediate Survey Authoring

  • New data types.
  • 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). Etc

Hands-on Exercises

Module IV

Advanced Survey Authoring

  • 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
  • Conducting Longitudinal surveys.

Hands-on Exercises

Module V

Form Design using web platforms

  • KoBotoolBox

Downloading data

  • Manual download (ODK Briefcase)

Hand-on Exercise

  • Presentation of course project by participants
  • Action plan
  • Closure
  • Methodology

This instructor led training course is delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these field.

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

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate of participation.

Training Venue

The training is residential and will be held at the T4D Training Center in Westlands Nairobi, Kenya. 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 the Training Officer.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to T4D account through bank on or before the course commences.

Send proof of payment to [email protected]

Cancellation Policy

Payment for the all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

Tailor- Made

This scheduled course can also be tailored for your organization. To find out how our tailor-made training can help your organization, contact our team on:

Event Information

Course Name: Mobile Based Data Collection Using ODK.

Dates: 21st to 25th August 2017.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya.

Course Fees: KES 75,000 OR 1,100 USD

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Registration Fees Details
The course fee is KES 75,000.00 or USD 1,100.00 exclusive of VAT. The course fees covers the course tuition, training materials, two (2) break refreshments, lunch and study visits. Participants will cater for their travel and accommodation costs. Organizations who send more than three participants automatically qualify for a 10% discount.
Registration Ways
Website
Address/Venue
  Tech for Development(T4D) Center, Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya.  Pin/Zip Code : 104289-00101
Landmark
Njema Court
Official Email ID
Contact
Jeff Karani Njagi

Westlands

[email protected]

   +254729166479
Zak Njenga Kinyanjui

Westlands

[email protected]

   +25406790143