Open Data-Kit (ODK) Course Overview

Target Audience for Open Data-Kit (ODK)

Learn how to collect, manage, and analyze field data using ODK, ideal for professionals in data-driven roles and field research.

• Field Data Collectors
• Survey Coordinators
• Research Assistants
• Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists
• Environmental Scientists
• Public Health Researchers
• Humanitarian Aid Workers
• GIS Specialists
• Agricultural Extension Workers
• Program Managers
• IT Support Staff for Nonprofits/NGOs
• Data Analysts
• Database Managers
• Project Coordinators/Managers in Development Sectors
• Social Scientists
• Conservation Biologists
• Urban Planners

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Open Data-Kit (ODK)?

Introduction to the Course's Learning Outcomes:

This Open Data-Kit (ODK) course equips learners with the essential skills to design, deploy, and analyze surveys using ODK tools for effective data collection and management.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the fundamentals of Open Data-Kit (ODK) and its benefits in data collection processes.
• Learn to install and configure ODK Collect on Android devices for field data acquisition.
• Gain proficiency in creating basic to complex forms using XLSForm, including branching logic and validation constraints.
• Develop skills to set up an ODK Aggregate server for form management and data aggregation.
• Master the process of form filling, data submission, and management of geospatial data using ODK Collect.
• Troubleshoot common issues encountered during data collection with ODK tools.
• Acquire the ability to manage and synchronize collected data with ODK Aggregate, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Analyze and visualize collected data using various tools and techniques for insightful reporting.
• Export collected data to different formats such as CSV and Excel for further analysis.
• Integrate collected data with analysis software (e.g., Excel, R, Python) for advanced data manipulation and visualization.