Approved as
amended by ED's agreement to revise survey questions following
OMB's initial questions about the survey instruments. Also, ED has
agreed to consult with the Bureau of Labor Statistics on its
workplace training module. Any revisions to the instruments that
resu from this consultation shall be forwarded for OMB review.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/28/1995
02/28/1995
8,111
0
0
5,595
0
0
0
0
0
THE NATIONAL EDUCATION LONGITUDINAL
STUDY: 1988-1994 (NELS:88/94) IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE DATA ABOUT
CRITICAL TRANSITIONS EXPERIENCED BY STUDENTS AS THEY LEAVE
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND PROGRESS THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL INTO
POSTSECONDARY INSTITUTIONS OR THE WORK FORCE. NELS:88/94 DATA WILL
PROVIDE GENERAL NEEDS FOR INFORMATION ABOUT AMERICAN
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.