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Data Collection for Humanitarians using KoboToolbox and Open Data Kit Training Workshop

Data collection for humanitarian purposes is a critical step in ensuring that assistance is targeted, efficient, and responsive to the specific needs of affected populations. It enables humanitarian organizations to make informed decisions and allocate resources effectively in crisis situations. KoBoToolbox is an open-source suite of tools and services designed for data collection and management in humanitarian and development work. It provides a platform for creating and deploying forms, collecting data using various devices, and managing and analysing the collected data. ODK, or Open Data Kit, is an open-source set of tools and standards designed to help organizations collect, manage, and use data for various purposes, including humanitarian work. This comprehensive course is designed for humanitarian professionals and organizations seeking to enhance their data collection capabilities in the field. Participants will learn how to effectively utilize two powerful open-source tools, KoBoToolbox and Open Data Kit (ODK), to design forms, collect data in challenging environments, and manage and analyse the collected data. Through practical exercises and real-world scenarios, participants will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to improve data-driven decision-making and humanitarian responses.

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Online via Live Zoom Classes

10 Days (2 Weeks)

27th May - 7th June 2024
29th July - 9th Aug 2024

HG Training Center, Nairobi, Kenya

5 days

5th - 9th Aug 2024
11th - 15th Nov 2024

Course Objectives
  1. Understand the fundamentals of data collection in humanitarian work.
  2. Design customized data collection forms using KoBoForm and ODK Build.
  3. Deploy data collection forms to Android devices using KoBoCollect and ODK Collect.
  4. Collect data offline in areas with limited or no internet connectivity.
  5. Upload and manage collected data on KoBoToolbox and ODK Aggregate servers.
  6. Apply data security and privacy best practices to protect sensitive information.
  7. Analyze and visualize collected data to inform humanitarian responses.
  8. Integrate data collected through KoBoToolbox and ODK into existing information systems.
  9. Use KoBoSync and ODK Briefcase for data backup and offline data management.
  10. Troubleshoot common issues encountered during data collection.
Training Programme

Session 1: Introduction to Data Collection in Humanitarian Work

  • Understanding the importance of data collection
  • Ethical considerations and data protection
  • Overview of KoBoToolbox and ODK (Differences between the two open-source tools)
  • Key features and benefits of KoBoToolbox
  • Key features and benefits of ODK

 Session 2: Form Design with KoBoForm

  • Creating customized data collection forms in KoBoForm
  • Designing forms with various question types and logic
  • Incorporating multimedia elements into KoBoForm

 Session 3: Data Collection with KoBoCollect

  • Installing and configuring KoBoCollect on Android devices
  • Offline data collection strategies with KoBoCollect
  • Real-time data submission and reporting in the field

 Session 4: Data Management on KoBoToolbox Server

  • Setting up and hosting a KoBoToolbox server
  • Uploading forms and managing user access
  • Aggregating, exporting, and sharing data on KoBoToolbox

 Session 5: Data Security and Privacy in KoBoToolbox

  • Encryption and secure data transmission in KoBoToolbox
  • User authentication and access control
  • Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations in KoBoToolbox

 Session 6: Form Design with ODK Build

  • Creating customized data collection forms in ODK Build
  • Designing forms with various question types and logic
  • Incorporating multimedia elements into ODK Build forms

 Session 7: Data Collection with ODK Collect

  • Installing and configuring ODK Collect on Android devices
  • Offline data collection strategies with ODK Collect
  • Real-time data submission and reporting in the field using ODK Collect

 Session 8: Data Management on ODK Aggregate

  • Setting up and hosting an ODK Aggregate server
  • Uploading forms and managing user access on ODK Aggregate
  • Aggregating, exporting, and sharing data using ODK Aggregate

 Session 9: Data Security and Privacy in ODK

  • Encryption and secure data transmission in ODK
  • User authentication and access control in ODK
  • Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations in ODK

Session 10: Applying KoBoToolbox and ODK in Humanitarian Work

  • Review of key concepts and skills learned in the course
  • Practical exercises and case studies in humanitarian contexts
  • Data collection, management, and analysis challenges in the field
  • Using KoBoToolbox and ODK to address humanitarian needs
  • Group discussions and peer review of data collection projects
  • Strategies for enhancing the impact of humanitarian responses through data

 

Certification
Participants will be issued Digital Certification after successful completion of the training.
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