The fourth cycle of the NSOPF is being
conducted in response to a continuing need for data on faculty and
instructors. The study will provide information about faculty in
postsecondary institutions, which is key to learning about the
quality of education and research in these institutions. This study
will expand the information about faculty and instructional staff
in two ways: allowing comparisons to be made over time and
examining critical issues surrounding faculty that have developed
since the first three studies. This clearance request covers field
test and full scale activites for the.....
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.