10.5.1 Methods for information gathering
Methods for information gathering
| Available data collection methods | Tools and ‘how to’ guides |
| Key informant
interviews |
Annex 4.6 IFRC 2005. Guidelines for emergency assessment, Chapter 7
Annex 4.5 The good enough guide, Tool 5 |
| Focus groups | Annex 4.6 IFRC 2005. Guidelines for emergency assessment, Chapter 7
Annex 4.5 The good enough guide, Tool 6 |
| Direct observation | Annex 4.5 The good enough guide, Tool 9 |
| Surveys | Annex 4.5 The good enough guide, Tool 7 |
| Participatory rural appraisal methods-for example, mapping, seasonal calendars, timelines and proportional piling. | Annex 4.7 ALNAP Participation Handbook |
Satellite imagery, phone / internet interviews, fly-over (with plane, helicopter or drone) and email exchanges are also useful data collection methods to consider.