Kobo Toolbox/collect
Kobo Toolbox is a free and open-source data collection and analysis tool. It allows users to create custom surveys, questionnaires, and forms, and collect data offline or online using mobile devices or web browsers. The collected data can then be analyzed using various tools and exported in different formats, such as Excel or CSV.
Kobo Toolbox is widely used by humanitarian and development organizations to collect and manage data in the field, such as for conducting needs assessments, monitoring and evaluation, and research. It offers features such as skip logic, data validation, and multimedia uploads to enhance data collection and analysis.
Kobo Toolbox is hosted on the cloud and can be accessed via any device with an internet connection. It is designed to be user-friendly, with a simple interface and easy-to-use features, making it accessible to users with different levels of technical expertise.
Some uses of kobo toolbox includes:
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Data visualization and analysis: Kobo Toolbox provides various tools to visualize and analyze data, such as charts, graphs, and maps. This can help users to understand the data more easily and identify patterns and trends.
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Monitoring and evaluation: Kobo Toolbox can be used to monitor and evaluate projects, such as tracking progress against targets, assessing impact, and identifying areas for improvement.
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Surveys and assessments: Kobo Toolbox can be used to create custom surveys and assessments to collect information on various topics, such as health, education, and livelihoods.
Kobo Collect
Kobo Collect is a mobile app that is used in conjunction with Kobo Toolbox for data collection. It allows users to collect data offline using their mobile devices, such as smartphones or tablets, and then upload the data to Kobo Toolbox when an internet connection is available.
Kobo Collect supports various data types, including text, numeric, GPS location, photos, audio, and barcode scans. It also has built-in features such as skip logic, data validation, and the ability to save partially completed surveys for later completion.
Kobo Collect is especially useful for data collection in areas with limited internet connectivity or where internet access is intermittent. It allows users to continue data collection even when they are offline and sync the data with Kobo Toolbox once an internet connection is established.