The 1997 State TIMSS will use forms
and procedures from the 1995 Third International Mathematics and
Science Study to assess grade 8 students in math and science in
States that choose to participate in the 1997 study. These States
will be taking the first step toward meeting President Clinton's
challenge to adopt national education standards and to voluntarily
administer tests to monitor progress toward these
standards.
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.