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Training Course In Mobile Data Collection Using CSEntry – CSPro

This course will focus on building CAPI (Computer Assisted Personal Interviewing) applications for enumeration using Android tablets and smartphones. Participants will learn about ways to adapt survey instruments to smaller screens, ensure data quality through integrated data checks, and control the user interface and program flow using logic programming.

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March 3, 2021

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Course Details

Course Name: Training Course In Mobile Data Collection Using CSEntry – CSPro

Delivery Mode: Classroom-based

Course Duration: 5 Days

Course Price: USD 1,100.00 or KES 75,000.00

Registration Link: Click here to register

This Course Is Suitable For People Working In:

Impact Evaluation, Monitoring, and Evaluation, Academic Research, Market Research, Field Research, Agriculture, Health, Education, WASH, Handicapped, Human rights, Emergencies/disasters, Advocacy, Education, Environment, Small business development, Community development, Rural Development, Women, Youth, Population, Rehabilitation, Culture, Capacity Building, Appropriate technology, Income, generation, Private sector, Refugees/displaced.

Introduction

The workshop focuses on processing a population census or demographic survey, but participants are encouraged to bring any questionnaire relevant to their job responsibilities. It will be conducted in a hands-on, product-oriented environment. Each participant will have exclusive use of a computer, a tablet, or Smartphone, and will receive the latest version of the CSPro software.

Target Group

The course is designed for intermediate users of the Census and Survey Processing System (CSPro) who currently use CSPro to implement CAPI or key from paper data processing systems and who desire a deeper understanding of techniques for implementing CAPI applications on Android. This course is not geared towards subject-matter specialists, though some may find it useful if they are heavily involved in CSPro data processing tasks. Ideally, participants will have fully processed at least one census or survey in CSPro and can easily write basic CSPro logic.

Duration

5 Days

Topics To Be Covered

Designing CAPI applications in CSPro for Android
Response validation using advanced logic programming
Controlling the flow of CAPI applications
Dynamic customization of questions, responses, and forms at runtime
Capturing and using GPS coordinates
Launching other Android applications to take pictures, view multimedia, and display maps
Managing data flow for CAPI surveys
Tracking enumerator progress and efficiency
Creating a menu and control systems for enumerators and supervisors
Synchronization of program and data files between Android devices and Internet servers
Peer to peer synchronization between Android devices in the field with no Internet connection
Designing multi-lingual CAPI applications

Requirements

Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Methodology

The instructor-led training is delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a certificate of participation.

Training Venue

The training is residential and will be held at T4D Training Centre in Westlands Nairobi, Kenya. The course fees cover the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits.

All participants will additionally cater for their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Tailor-Made

We can also tailor-make our courses for you. This way, you/your organization will benefit by:

Using their own tools during the training
Being able to choose areas of interest you wish the trainer to put more emphasis on
Taking the course in-house or at a venue of choice
Cutting on the cost of transport and accommodation

For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:

Email: outreach@t4d.co.ke

Mobile: +254706909947

Accommodation

Accommodation is arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Email: outreach@t4d.co.ke

Mobile Number: +254706909947

Training Fee

The course fee is KES 75,000.00 or USD 1,100.00 exclusive of VAT. The course fees cover the course tuition, training materials, two (2) break refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants will cater for their travel and accommodation costs.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to Tech For Development – T4D account through the bank on or before the course starting date.

Send proof of payment to outreach@t4d.co.ke

Cancellation Policy

Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
No refunds will be made 14 days or less to the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training at a later date, or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met

Please Note: The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure

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