This program receives information from applicants, who request to participate in the program and certify that they are educators with at least 3 years' experience and who 1) have taught in STEM related fields last year; 2) plan to teach in a STEM related field this upcoming year; and 3) are acknowledging their commitment to incorporate the learnings from the Teacher Summer Institute into their curriculum, where applicable, and cooperate with sharing lessons/outcomes with teachers and PTO.
For this renewal, the USPTO estimates that the number of responses will increase; which also results in an increase in the corresponding time burdens. The number of respondents is expected to increase as more individuals become aware of program and apply to it. Additionally, in response to the increased telecommunications readiness, due in part to COVID related telework, NSTI is offering additional webnairs and options for virtual participation. This is expected to increase participation in those events and result in additional surveys being completed.
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.