Research Design, Mobile Data Collection, and Data Analysis Using NVIVO & SPSS Course

Course Overview

Data science advancements are revolutionizing information gathering and decision-making processes. From health surveys to customer satisfaction polls, the goal is to not only produce new insights but also enhance human judgment in real-world contexts. This Training on Research Design, Mobile Data Collection, and Data Analysis Using NVIVO & SPSS is tailored to transform data science potential into actionable development outcomes, equipping you with the skills needed for accurate, reliable, and cost-effective data handling.

This intensive 10-day training on research design and data analysis using NVIVO and SPSS will empower you with:

• Understanding Statistical Concepts: Master essential statistical terms and methodologies.
• Survey Design and Implementation: Create and execute effective surveys.
• Data Conversion Skills: Convert data into various formats using appropriate software.
• Visualization Techniques: Develop user-friendly data visualizations and perform hypothesis testing.
• Comprehensive Reporting: Use survey data to write insightful reports and enhance data utilization in decision-making.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Apply Statistical Concepts: Use statistical terms and methods effectively in data analysis.
• Design Robust Surveys: Implement and oversee the creation of surveys that gather meaningful data.
• Convert and Manage Data: Transform data into usable formats and manage datasets with proficiency.
• Visualize Data Effectively: Create clear and impactful data visualizations for better communication.
• Perform Hypothesis Testing: Apply hypothesis testing techniques to validate research findings.
• Enhance Decision-Making: Implement strategies to improve data-driven decision-making processes.

Who Can Attend?

This course is ideal for participants with basic statistical knowledge, including professionals from agriculture, food security, economics, nutrition, education, and public health sectors, who wish to deepen their understanding of statistical modeling.

Key Topics Covered

1. Statistical Fundamentals

• Introduction to essential statistical concepts
• Descriptive and inferential statistics

2. Research Design

• Understanding the role and types of research designs
• Developing a research plan tailored to your project needs

3. Survey Planning and Execution

• Designing and implementing surveys
• Conducting surveys and analyzing data effectively

4. Introduction to SurveyCTO

• Key concepts and features of SurveyCTO
• Setting up and managing a SurveyCTO server

5. Advanced Data Management and Mapping

• Using QGIS for GIS mapping of survey data
• Importing and managing survey data in GIS

6. Qualitative Research with NVIVO

• Approaches to qualitative data analysis
• Using NVIVO for project management and data analysis

7. Introduction to SPSS

• Familiarizing with SPSS interface and basic functions
• Performing statistical tests and data analysis

8. Report Writing and Data Dissemination

• Crafting comprehensive reports and communication strategies
• Enhancing data use in decision-making processes