Project

I'm working on a book chapter about FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) use in Ghanian schools - which is really cool, but also really hard work. My current research has focused around trying to get people to complete a survey - I've been working through my address book of PCVs, RPCVs and Ghanian friends and students, but only have about 16 complete surveys so far. How many do I need to have data validity? I'd like to get 100 - seems like a nice, round number, significant and weighty.

The next phase will involve me blowing a lot of money on Skype, calling some folks to do a more detailed interview, and sending out some follow up emails.

It's been a challenge to fit this in around my new job, and I've never done anything this formal, but I know it has the potential to change the way that software is used in developing countries - which is a good reason to persevere.

I'm totally open to suggestions and ideas though! Who could I contact about computer use in Ghana? How can I motivate, encourage and make it easy to complete the survey?

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/madamCaroline