OMB approves
this field test of real-world tasks for the Washington DC and
Philadelphia areas only. ED will submit an 83-C for any activity
the Dept. wishes to conduct in West Virginia. Additionally, OMB
approves an incentive payment of $100 for this field test.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
01/31/2009
01/31/2009
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As part of completion of the National
Assessment of Adult Literacy 1992 work, this study is a field test
of a real-world tasks study. The information gathered through this
data collection effort will be used to ensure that the assessment
reflects a suitable and appropriate range of authentic materials
and tasks.
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.