Mobile Data Collection using KoBoToolBox Course

Course Overview

Welcome to our comprehensive course on mobile data collection using KoBoToolbox, an open-source tool designed for data gathering in challenging environments. This training is tailored to help participants develop, manage, and implement mobile data collection using Android-enabled devices and KoBoToolbox. Through this course, you will gain the skills needed to seamlessly collect data in the field and submit it to an online server. By the end of this training, you'll be well-equipped to utilize KoBoToolbox for efficient data management and analysis. Ready to enhance your data collection methods with KoBoToolbox?

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Researchers : Individuals conducting studies that require robust data collection methods.
• Project Staff and Managers : Personnel responsible for overseeing and executing data collection projects.
• Development Practitioners : Professionals working in field data collection and analysis.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Create survey forms using KoBo Form Builder or XLSForms.
• Set up and manage KoBo Collect and KoBoToolbox servers.
• Upload and manage forms and data on the KoBoToolbox server.
• Use KoBo Collect to fill out forms and collect data in the field.
• Upload collected survey data to the KoBoToolbox server.
• Analyze and manage collected data effectively.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Mobile Data Collection

• Basics of Mobile Data Collection: Understand the foundational concepts of mobile data gathering.
• Platforms Overview: Explore different platforms for mobile data collection.
• Data Aggregation and Storage: Learn about data aggregation, storage, and dissemination.
• Questionnaire Design: Dive into question types and their role in forming a questionnaire.

Module 2: Introduction to KoBoToolbox

• KoBoToolbox Components: Get familiar with KoBo Form Builder, KoBoCollect, and the server.
• Setting up KoBo Collect: Install KoBoCollect from Google Play or manually, and configure settings.

Module 3: KoBoToolbox Server Management

• Server Configuration: Learn to configure and manage the KoBoToolbox server.
• Form Management: Upload and manage forms on the KoBoToolbox server.

Module 4: Designing and Creating Forms

• Using Form Builder: Design forms online using Form Builder and upload them to the server.
• XLSForm Design: Understand XLSForm components, logic, and validation.

Module 5: Data Collection and Management

• Using KoBoCollect: Efficiently fill forms and manage data collection in the field.
• Data Submission: Submit data to the KoBoToolbox server for analysis.

Module 6: Data Analysis and Visualization

• Data Exportation: Export data from KoBoToolbox as CSV for further analysis.
• GIS Data Visualization: Visualize geographic data using Google Maps and QGIS.