Math teachers may hear the refrain, “When are we ever going to use this?” a bit too often, and this course will provide you with a fantastic answer! You’ll take a look at  whether or not math instruction needs a "makeover" to better address student learning needs. We'll also explore the concept of growth "mathematical mindsets" and how they can counter math myths and misconceptions. You’ll create a SMART Goal for inclusive math instruction, review strategies to increase culturally mindful contexts and relevancy in your math instruction, and discuss various ways to infuse mathematical modeling in your teaching. You’ll end the course with a solid understanding of connections between math and the real world!