This collection
is approved through 1/96 provided that ED analyze the strengths and
weaknesses of this grant competition process after this year's
awards are made, and, if necessary, modify any policies and
practices for next year's competition. ED must also submit this
analysis in the form of a memo to OMB by 11/95.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
02/28/1996
02/28/1996
500
0
0
12,000
0
0
0
0
0
THE CHALLENGE GRANTS FOR TECHNOLOGY IN
EDUCATION PROGRAM SUPPORTS CONSORTIA TO IMPROVE AND EXPAND NEW
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY FOR SCHOOL REFORM, STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT,
AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF SCHOOL STAFF.
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.