The Academic Libraries survey has been
a component of the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System.
In 2002 and henceforth it will be a separate survey. Changes to the
survey itself are minor from prior collections of this universe
survey. The data are collected on the web and consist of
information about library holdings, library staff library services
and usage, library technology, library budget and
expenditures.
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.