Research Design, Mobile Data Collection & Mapping & Data Analysis Using NVIVO & R Course

Course Overview

In today's data-driven world, leveraging the power of data science is crucial for informed decision-making, particularly in development contexts. Our comprehensive 10-day course focuses on equipping you with the skills to transform data into actionable insights. You'll learn to effectively gather, manage, and analyze data using tools like ODK, GIS, NVivo, and R, ensuring your efforts lead to impactful development outcomes.

Course Objectives

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

• Master Statistical Concepts: Understand and apply key statistical terms and techniques.
• Design Effective Surveys: Implement universally accepted surveys and data gathering methods.
• Utilize Advanced Tools: Use ODK for mobile data collection, GIS for mapping, NVivo for qualitative analysis, and R for statistical modeling.
• Analyze and Visualize Data: Build intuitive visualizations and apply advanced regression and multivariate analysis.
• Drive Informed Decision-Making: Produce reports and develop strategies to enhance data-driven decision-making.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals with a basic understanding of statistics from fields such as agriculture, economics, food security, nutrition, education, and public health. It's designed for those eager to expand their knowledge of statistical modeling and practical data science applications.

Course Content

Module 1: Statistical Foundations

• Introduction to key statistical concepts
• Descriptive and inferential statistics

Module 2: Research Design

• Importance of research design
• Types and selection of research methods

Module 3: Survey Planning and Execution

• Types of surveys and sampling methods
• Designing and implementing effective surveys

Module 4: Mobile Data Collection

• Benefits and challenges of mobile data gathering
• Data aggregation and management

Module 5: Survey Authoring and Device Setup

• Designing forms with ODK Build and PurcForms
• Configuring mobile devices for data collection

Module 6: Data Hosting and GIS Mapping

• Hosting survey data online and locally
• Using QGIS for GIS mapping

Module 7: Qualitative Research with NVivo

• Analyzing qualitative data using NVivo
• Coding and thematic analysis

Module 8: Statistical Modeling with R

• Essentials of R programming for data analysis
• Applying regression and multivariate analysis

Module 9: Report Writing and Data Dissemination

• Crafting comprehensive reports
• Developing communication and dissemination strategies