This generic ICR is approved to conduct only 1) formative research to inform future campaigns/messages and 2) evaluations where results will be for internal agency use only. Approval is not granted for evaluations where results will be shared outside the agency. Examples of evaluations that are listed in the supporting statement but which are not appropriate for generic ICRs include "evaluations of how well programs reach and resonate with their intended audiences," "posttest materials and messages during the outcome evaluation phase," and "program outcome evaluations." Full ICRs should be submitted for evaluation activities like these to allow for full notice and comment. For ICs submitted under this generic ICR, NIH agrees to submit individual colletions to OMB as they are implemented, along with all necessary supporting statements (to include information about research design and analysis, incentives, burden estimates, approaches to address non-response bias, etc). OMB will aim to review each IC submission within 14 days; however, OMB approval should not be assumed if not explicitly granted, even if 14 days have elapsed since submission. Moreover, NIH will not provide assurances of confidentiality to respondents unless NIH can cite the statute which grants NIH the authority to provide such assurances.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2010
36 Months From Approved
10/31/2007
2,440
0
2,440
712
0
712
0
0
0
NCCAM provides the public, patients, families, health care providers, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practitioners, and other with the latest scientifically based information on CAM and information about NCCAM's programs through a variety of channels. NCCAM requests a revision of its clearance to collect data from individuals and organizations in order to conduct (1) formative research and (2) evaluation of activities, using both qualitative and quantitative methods. Goals of NCCAM's Office of Communications and Public Liaison include raising awareness of issues unique to CAM so that the public and health care providers can make better, more informed decisions, and establishing NCCAM as the source for credible, authoritative CAM information.
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.
Form 2 National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) Communications Program Planning and Evaluation
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National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) Communications Program Planning and Evaluation