Under the terms of clearance for this generic ICR, all of the methods and the data approved under this clearance are limited to informing OPRE and ACFÂs internal decision-making, research planning, and contextualization of research findings. In addition, in submitting a change request under this clearance, ACF will provide OMB with a copy of all instruments and materials at the time of the request. When discussion or interviews are conducted, all the questionnaires to be used will be provided. For site visits, the protocols for data gathering would be submitted. ACF understands that OMB will make every effort to review materials for change requests received by OMB within 10 working days. ACF will make separate submissions for clearance of full, non-developmental data collection efforts. ACF will send OMB an annual report summarizing the number of hours used, as well as the nature and results of the activities completed under this clearance.
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Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
10/31/2011
10/31/2011
10/31/2011
1,200
0
600
600
0
300
0
0
0
In order to inform the development of OPRE research, to maintain a research agenda that is rigorous and relevant, and to ensure that research products are as current as possible, OPRE will engage in a variety of formative data collections in concert with researchers and practitioners throughout the field. OPRE envisions using a variety of techniques including semi-structured discussions, focus groups, telephone interviews, and in-person site visits, in order to integrate the perspectives of program operators, policy officials and members of the research community.
US Code:
42 USC 1315
Name of Law: Social Security Act -- Demonstration Projects
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.
Justification for 0970-0356 non substantive increase in burden 7.6.10.doc
Formative Data Collection Generic Clearance - Measurement Development - Quality of Family-Provider Relationships in Early Care and Education