Approved
consistent with changes and clarifications in NSF memos of 7-15-02
and 7-25-02 (including agreement to conduct aggressive follow-ups
to increase response rates). The focus groups shall not be part of
the analysis of the results of this collection and shall only
influence future studies.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
09/30/2004
09/30/2004
6,132
0
0
6,952
0
0
0
0
0
The primary purpose of the NIH
Curriculum Supplement Series is to determine whether the insertion
of the supplement materials into biology classrooms promotes higher
student achievement and improved student attitudes, and has the
effect of reducing academic inequity. The primary use of the data
is to aid NIH in making decisions about the supplementary
materials.
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.