OMB looks forward to a report from NCES after its field test about further discussions with its expert panel about the need for a science assessment and progress on the asessment development if NCES determines that it would like to proceed. Further, OMB looks forward to a full report about how the vision and hearing screening efforts are progressing, as well as efforts to minimize burden on children during the full scale study.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
03/31/2012
36 Months From Approved
03/31/2009
172,969
0
32,591
101,055
0
22,626
0
0
0
The ECLS-K 2010-2011 is a longitudinal study that will follow children from kindergarten through fifth grade to measure child development, school readiness and early school experiences. It will include cognitive assessments of children on annual basis, parent interviews, and surveys of teachers, school administrators and the primary care provider.
The total increase in hours represents the total number of hours needed to complete both the field test of the ECLS-K and the annual hours needed to complete the full scale ECLS-K study.
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.
NCES Response to OMB Questions on ECLS-K 11 Clearance Package_3_18_09.doc
Appendix F.pdf
Spring and Fall Parent Interviews