Training on Mobile Data Collection, Analysis, and Mapping with ODK and Kobo Toolbox
Learn to design, collect, and visualize field data using ODK and Kobo Toolbox for smarter decision-making.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course provides participants with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in mobile data collection, management, analysis, and visualization using Open Data Kit (ODK) and Kobo Toolbox. Participants will learn how to design digital surveys, collect data using mobile devices, clean and analyze datasets, and generate interactive visual maps. The course integrates GIS and open-source tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making in development, humanitarian, and research projects.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) professionals
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Data analysts and researchers
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Project and program managers
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ICT4D and GIS specialists
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Field officers involved in data collection and reporting
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Design digital data collection forms using ODK and Kobo Toolbox.
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Manage, clean, and analyze collected data efficiently.
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Integrate mobile data with GIS for spatial analysis and mapping.
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Visualize and interpret data for effective decision-making.
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Apply mobile data tools in real-world development and humanitarian contexts.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Mobile Data Collection Systems
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Understanding mobile data collection concepts and workflows
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Overview of ODK, Kobo Toolbox, and related tools
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Best practices in mobile data collection and data quality assurance
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Case Study: Applying mobile tools in field data collection for a development project
Module 2: Designing Digital Data Collection Forms
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Building digital forms using XLSForm standards
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Adding logic, constraints, and cascading selections
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Testing and deploying forms on mobile devices
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Case Study: Designing a comprehensive field survey using Kobo Toolbox
Module 3: Field Data Collection and Management
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Setting up devices and managing field teams
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Offline data collection techniques and synchronization
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Data validation and quality control during collection
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Case Study: Managing mobile survey operations in remote regions
Module 4: Data Analysis and Visualization
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Exporting and cleaning data using Excel and R
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Performing descriptive and inferential analyses
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Visualizing results through dashboards and charts
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Case Study: Analyzing community health data for reporting
Module 5: GIS Integration and Mapping
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Linking ODK/Kobo data with QGIS and Google Earth
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Creating interactive maps for spatial visualization
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Geocoding and mapping hotspots for decision support
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Case Study: Mapping survey results for program planning and monitoring
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Enhanced data accuracy and timely reporting for projects and evaluations
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Improved decision-making through real-time data visualization and analysis
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Strengthened capacity in digital transformation for data-driven programs
Individual Impact
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Practical skills in designing and deploying mobile surveys
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Ability to manage and analyze large datasets using open-source tools
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Enhanced GIS mapping and visualization capabilities for better reporting
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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20 Jul → 24 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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