Approved on the
condition that the findings from these case studies are explicitly
recognized as non-representative. The information collected here
may be used for such purposes as illustrating findings from the
main Direct Loan evaluation, developing hypotheses for future
statistically valid research, and reporting on operations in the
schools visited. In addition, this study is conducted under the
revised Direct Loan statute which does not include goals for volume
among student loan programs.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
05/31/1999
05/31/1999
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Contractor will conduct site visits of
institutions in the Federal Direct Student Loan Program to capture
information about successful practices, required resources, and
experiences with ED administration of the program.
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.