Data collection

Data collection Data collection is one of the most important steps of research work in the stage of implementation. It includes many elements:

Data collection Preparatory: Getting the official approvals Informing local authorities: health, administrative, governmental,… Allocate the budget Time table

Data collection 2. The questionnaire: Designing the questionnaire Borrowing/modification Discussion and revision Pilot study Finalization Coding

Data collection 3. The Team: Recruiting the team Assigning team leader Training the team (data collection, communication) distributing the roles

Data collection 4. Field work: Determine sample size Allocate the target place and population Sampling technique Pilot sample

Data collection Communication Ethical issue Culture considerations Coping for non response Dealing with unexpected events

Data collection 5. Quality control: Double checking Timeline Data completeness Data cleaning Data analysis

Data collection 6. Quality entry: Choose a statistical program Data entry Double checking Data analysis Tabulation and graphic presentation