NC Education Code · Regulation
Title 16 — root / Chapter 06 — 16 NCAC 06C .0393
Plain English summary
This regulation requires all Educator Preparation Programs that train elementary and exceptional children general curriculum teachers to include specific mathematics coursework beyond the minimums set in G.S. 115C-269.20. Required coursework must cover mathematics content and pedagogy, evidence-based learning trajectories, instructional supports and resources, and designing learning experiences aligned to specific goals. The rule took effect October 1, 2020.
Key requirements
- Instruction in the teaching of mathematics with attention to content, which includes number and operations, early algebra, measurement
- Instruction in the teaching of mathematics with attention to pedagogical issues, which includes high quality tasks, classroom discourse, instructional moves
- Instruction in evidence-based learning trajectories, how to identify what students are able to do, and what is needed to address their needs
- How to identify which mathematical concepts or skills students have and have not demonstrated
- How to plan for instruction based on student strengths and needs as determined by the evidence
- Instruction in understanding the strengths and weaknesses of instructional supports and how to adapt and utilize mathematical resources to advance instruction
- Instruction in designing learning experiences to align with specific learning goals
Affected parties
- Educator Preparation Programs
- Elementary teacher candidates
- Exceptional children general curriculum teacher candidates
- Teacher preparation faculty and administrators