Kobotoolbox is a suite of tools for field data collection for use in challenging environments. The software is free and open source. It allows data collection using Android enabled mobile devices and data submission to an online server. This training will equip the participants with skills to develop, implement and manage mobile data collection platform using Kobotoolbox
What you’ll learn
- How to develop forms using Kobo Toolbox’s form builder integrating skip logic, validation logic, calculated fields, translations and cascading selects
- How to deploy the forms on Android devices including tweaking settings and options on your fleet of mobile devices used to collect survey data
- How to manage data uploaded to Kobo Toolbox by viewing, editing, accepting, downloading it and creating custom data visualization reports
- How to develop advanced forms using XLSFORM
- Other advanced form builder/xlsform features updated weekly (e.g., advanced calculations, controlling repeat groups, using regex etc)
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of survey questionnaire formulation
- Tools: a computer; web browser (Google Chrome/Firefox); an active internet connection and an Android device for testing
Important Dates
Classroom Training Calendar 2024
| START DATE | END DATE | REGISTRATION DEADLINE | COURSE COST (Classroom) | Click to Apply. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2024 | Dec 20, 2024 | Dec 12, 2024 | USD 1000 | Register |
| Feb 3, 2025 | Feb 7, 2025 | Feb 1, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| Mar 10, 2025 | Mar 14, 2025 | Mar 6, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| Apr 14, 2025 | Apr 18, 2025 | Apr 10, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| May 5, 2025 | May 9, 2025 | May 1, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| June 16, 2025 | June 20, 2025 | June 12, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
| July 21, 2025 | July 25, 2025 | July 17, 2025 | USD 1000 | Register |
Online Training Calendar 2024
| START DATE | END DATE | REGISTRATION DEADLINE | COURSE COST (Online) | Click to Apply. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 25, 2024 | Mar 29, 2024 | Mar 21, 2024 | USD 400 | Register |
| Apr 29, 2024 | May 03, 2024 | Apr 25, 2024 | USD 400 | Register |
| Jun 03, 2024 | Jun 07, 2024 | Jun 01, 2024 | USD 400 | Register |
| Jul 08, 2024 | Jul 12, 2024 | Jul 04, 2024 | USD 400 | Register |
| Aug 12, 2024 | Aug 16, 2024 | Aug 9, 2024 | USD 400 | Register |
Description
This is the ultimate Kobo Toolbox course where you will learn how to develop survey data collection forms, deploying them on mobile devices, collecting data and managing the data.
We have included almost everything you need to know to get started and to reach mastery of Kobo Toolbox (or Open Data Kit – ODK).
Plus, we will be updating the course frequently with new lessons developed to answer any specific questions that you will ask .
You will learn:
- How to develop forms using Kobo Toolbox’s form builder integrating skip logic, validation logic, calculated fields, translations and cascading selects
- How to deploy the forms on Android devices including tweaking settings and options on your fleet of mobile devices used to collect survey data
- How to manage data uploaded to Kobo Toolbox by viewing, editing, accepting, downloading it and creating custom data visualization reports
- How to develop advanced forms using XLSFORM
- Other advanced form builder/xlsform features updated weekly (e.g. advanced calculations, controlling repeat groups, using regex etc)
Why you should take the course
- We will covered almost everything you need to know about building forms and managing data using Kobo Toolbox
- If you have specific questions, you will be able to ask and we will respond.
- You will learn through watching videos and practicing along using the tools we have developed.
- We have included tons of resources for practice and reference
Course Requirements
- Basic knowledge of survey questionnaire formulation
- Tools: a computer; web browser (Google Chrome/Firefox); an active internet connection and an Android device for testing
Who this course is for:
Researchers, survey designers, newbies ,M&E Experts, GIS Experts.
Group Discount
WE OFFER 10% – 20% DISCOUNT TO GROUPS OF MORE THAN 5 PARTICIPANTS.
