Ghana Living Standards Survey GLSS 8 Overview
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What is the main purpose of the GLSS 8 survey?

  • To enhance the GDP of Ghana
  • To prepare a Poverty Profile Report and thematic reports (correct)
  • To evaluate the performance of government officials
  • To conduct a health intervention program in households

    • Which of the following topics is NOT covered in the GLSS 8 survey?

  • Global warming effects (correct)
  • Employment statistics
  • Household agricultural practices
  • Perception of governance

    • What is a key component of the Field officer’s Manual?

  • Clarifications of key concepts and definitions (correct)
  • Methodologies for data protection laws
  • Instructions for conducting interviews in foreign languages
  • Guidelines for international surveys

    • How many chapters does the Field officer’s Manual comprise?

    <p>28 chapters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technology is utilized for data collection in the GLSS 8 survey?

    <p>Tablets and Computer Assisted Personal Interview (CAPI)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should field officers do to ensure quality data collection?

    <p>Study the manual alongside other survey instruments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of household life is included in the GLSS 8 survey?

    <p>Migration and remittances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized for field officers in the Field officer’s Manual?

    <p>Consistency in following guidelines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily characterizes poverty?

    <p>Lack of access to basic needs including food and shelter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes living conditions?

    <p>Circumstances related to shelter, food, and safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the GLSS 8 survey?

    <p>To provide data for monitoring progress towards national development goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following modules is NOT included in the GLSS 8?

    <p>Luxury good distribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which specific objective of GLSS 8 involves estimating poverty levels?

    <p>Estimating monetary and non-monetary poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'living standards' refer to?

    <p>Internationally acceptable benchmarks for measuring living conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the GLSS 8, which module would likely collect data about migration?

    <p>Migration and remittances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is NOT considered when determining living conditions?

    <p>Employment in entertainment industries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Deputy Government Statistician play in the GLSS 8 project?

    <p>He is responsible for the administration of the survey and its guidelines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is suggested for ensuring data quality in the GLSS 8 project?

    <p>Implementing data quality monitors for validation of data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities of the Project Implementation Team (PIT)?

    <p>To provide training to interviewers and ensure adherence to instructions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the project ensure the quality of data from GLSS 8?

    <p>By comparing statistics with other major surveys.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What interval is used for the household consumption and expenditure recall period in GLSS 8?

    <p>5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who does the Deputy Government Statistician report to?

    <p>The Government Statistician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a responsibility of the Project Implementation Team (PIT)?

    <p>Conducting the overall management of GLSS 8.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What thematic focus has been introduced in the GLSS 8 project?

    <p>Literacy and education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if a guide helps you locate a hamlet or house?

    <p>Ask for their assistance before starting the interview.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is NOT appropriate after scheduling an appointment with respondents?

    <p>Keeping your respondents waiting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required if respondents ask you to provide answers for them?

    <p>Explain that the Survey regulation prohibits providing answers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information should not be disclosed to anyone outside of GLSS 8 officials?

    <p>Details about interviews and respondents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one responsibility of the Field Supervisor before fieldwork begins?

    <p>Develop an itinerary for the team.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for interviewers to be honest and conscientious?

    <p>To ensure successful data collection for GLSS 8.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an interviewer do if they encounter something doubtful during their tasks?

    <p>Notify their Field Supervisor about the issue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should interviewers handle their work during field studies?

    <p>Keep their work separate from other activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is required of Field Officers before commencing an interview with a child?

    <p>Seek consent from both the parent/guardian and the child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should Field Officers do to make the child feel comfortable during the interview?

    <p>Put on a smiling face during the interview</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant aspect of child protection that Field Officers must respect?

    <p>A child's consent is as important as that of their parents/guardians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which practice should Field Officers avoid during the interview process?

    <p>Asking leading questions that could shape a child's response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should Field Officers refrain from doing to ensure ethical child interviews?

    <p>Carrying the child in a manner that might be misinterpreted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following behaviors aligns with child protection policies during interviews?

    <p>Accepting courtesies but not gifts during interviews</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stance should Field Officers take regarding stigma and discrimination?

    <p>All forms of stigma and discrimination must be avoided</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the proper way to conduct conversation with a child during an interview?

    <p>Maintain a neutral and welcoming tone throughout the interview</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Ghana Living Standards Survey (GLSS)

    • The eighth round of the nationwide household survey, GLSS 8, will span twelve months from August 2024 to July 2025.
    • Data will be used for a Poverty Profile Report, as well as reports on education, health, economic activity, housing, non-farm enterprises, and household consumption and expenditure.

    GLSS 8 Objectives

    • The survey aims to gather data to examine socio-economic conditions and track progress toward national development goals, including the Agenda 2063 and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
    • Specific objectives include estimating monetary and non-monetary poverty, identifying new weights for consumer items to re-base consumer price index, and assessing health status, literacy levels, and housing conditions.

    GLSS 8 Modules

    • The survey will cover a wide range of topics, including demographics, education, health, economic activity, migration, ICT, mortality, housing, household agriculture, income, consumption, expenditure, food and water security, non-farm enterprises, savings, assets, credit, insurance, investment, governance, peace, security, and gender and assets ownership.

    GLSS 8 Field Officers Responsibilities

    • Interviewers are expected to use the provided manual as a reference material to ensure the accuracy and quality of data collection.
    • They must be conscientious and honest and report any doubts or uncertainties to their Field Supervisor.

    The Project Directorate

    • Comprised of the Government Statistician, who is the National Project Director, and the Deputy Government Statistician, who serves as the Project Technical Director. Other members include the Project Implementation Team (PIT) and the GLSS 8 Secretariat staff.

    GLSS 8 Ethical Guidelines for Field Officers

    • Field Officers are required to treat all respondents, particularly children, with dignity and respect and obtain consent from both the child and their parent/guardian before conducting interviews.
    • They must avoid any form of stigma, discrimination, or leading questions, and refrain from offering gifts or carrying children during interviews.
    • Field officers must ensure that conversations avoid politics or religion, and they must not disclose any information received during their duties to unauthorized individuals.

    Field Supervisors Responsibilities

    • Field Supervisors are responsible for all clusters assigned to them and have specific roles before, during, and after fieldwork. Responsibilities include: collecting necessary materials, developing an itinerary, identifying the boundaries of assigned clusters, assigning households to interviewers, ensuring the interviewers adhere to the survey protocols, monitoring data collection and quality, and providing support and guidance to the team.

    GLSS 8: Child Protection Policy

    • The survey acknowledges the importance of child protection and outlines specific guidelines to ensure their safety and well-being during data collection.

    Field Officer Ethics and Rules

    • Field officers must ensure that all Field Officers engage in acts consistent with the child protection policy of Ghana.
    • Specific instructions include treating every child with dignity and respect, interviewing only children who have been pre-selected, obtaining consent from both the child and their parent/guardian, and avoiding any form of stigma or discrimination against children. Field officers must also refrain from offering gifts or carrying children.

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    The GLSS 8 is a comprehensive household survey conducted in Ghana from August 2024 to July 2025. It aims to collect vital socio-economic data for various reports, focusing on poverty, education, health, and housing. This information will help track progress toward national development goals, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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