INTRODUCTION
Research helps decision-makers make well-informed choices. Both organizations and consumers can benefit from various research methodologies and data sets. For researchers, having the ability to conduct research and use SPSS to evaluate data is essential. Participants should have knowledge and abilities in quantitative research methodology, data collection procedures, and data analysis and interpretation by the conclusion of this course..
COURSE OBJECTIVES
- Understand the terms and principles of statistical data;
- Plan and carry out a study;
- Use SPSS for data analysis;
- Manage research data using software;
- Perform statistical tests using software;
- Write reports using survey data.
DURATION
10 days
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Participants who want to learn how to use SPSS for data administration and analysis should attend the session. The training is intended for people working in government, the private sector, academic institutions, and NGOs.
COURSE OUTLINE
Introduction to research
- Meaning of research
- Research types
- Problem statement
- Hypothesis
- Research design
- Research ethics
Introduction to Survey Design
- Introduction to survey design
- Survey objectives
- Research questions creation
- Survey estimation
- Sample survey versus census
- Target population determination
- Sampling frame
- Survey instrument
- Errors in survey; sampling and nn-sampling errors
Sampling
- Determination of a sample size
- Power calculations
- External and internal validity
- Methods of sampling
Survey Questionnaire Design
- Designing questionnaires
- Questions
- Error in questionnaire response
- Layout of questionnaire
- Questionnaire piloting
- Processing of questionnaires
Mobile Data Collection and Processing (ODK)
- Introduction to mobile data collection
- Using ODK build and XLS form to develop survey forms
- Utilization of ODK collect for data gathering
- Utilization of ODK aggregate to upload data to the server
- Spatial data (GPS)
Survey Data Processing
- Coding of data
- Capture of data
- Editing of data
- Imputation of data
- Treatment of outliers
Introduction to SPSS statistical software
- Features and interface of SPSS
- SPSS terminologies
- Preparation of data file
- SPSS data entry
- Manipulation of data; split, merge, sorting of files and missing values
Basic Statistics using SPSS
- Descriptive statistics for numeric variables
- Frequency tables
- Variables of distribution and relationship
- Cross tabulations of categorical variables
- Banner and stub Tables
Graphics using SPSS
- Introduction to SPSS graphs
- SPSS Graph commands
- Types of SPSS graphs
Statistical Tests using SPSS
- One Sample T Test
- Independent Samples T Test
- Paired Samples T Test
- One-Way ANOVA
Statistical Associations in SPSS
- Chi-Square test
- Pearson's Correlation
- Spearman's Rank-Order Correlation
Predictive Models using SPSS
- Linear Regression
- Multiple Regression
- Logistic Regression
- Ordinal Regression
Longitudinal Analysis using SPSS
- Longitudinal data features
- Exploring Longitudinal data
- Longitudinal analysis for continuous outcomes
Qualitative Data Analysis using NVivo
- Introduction to NVivo
- NVivo workspace
- NVivo upload of qualitative data
- Coding and nodes making
- Queries utilization
- Visualization of project
Survey Report writing and Dissemination
- Format of survey report
- Content of survey report
Dissemination of survey findings
GENERAL NOTES
- Our seasoned instructors, who have years of experience as seasoned professionals in their respective fields of work, will be teaching this course. A combination of practical exercises, theory, group projects, and case studies are used to teach the course.
- The participants receive training manuals and supplementary reading materials.
- Participants who complete this course successfully will receive a certificate.
- We can also create a course specifically for your organization to match your needs. To learn more, get in touch with us at training@dealsontrainers.org.
- The training will take place at DEALSON TRAINERS IN NAIROBI, KENYA in Nairobi, Kenya.
- The training fee includes lunch, course materials, and lodging for the training session. Upon request, we may arrange for our participants' lodging and transportation to the airport.
- Payment must be made to our bank account before the training begins, and documentation of payment should be emailed to training@dealsontrainers.org