NC 1500-2.40 Systematic Problem-Solving Process

Plain English summary

This regulation defines a systematic problem-solving process as a structured approach to identifying and addressing student needs. It outlines four required steps: problem identification and information gathering, problem analysis, solution development, and evaluation of impact. Information gathering spans four domains: instruction, curriculum, environment, and learner.

Key requirements

• Problem identification and information gathering
• Problem analysis
• Solution development
• Evaluation of impact
• The process for gathering information includes reviewing, interviewing, observing, and testing across the domains of instruction, curriculum, environment and learner

Affected parties

• students
• teachers
• school administrators
• special education staff
• instructional support staff

Official source

https://www.dpi.nc.gov/documents/publications/catalog/ec144-policies-governing-services/open#page=21