Examines the design and facilitation of mathematics curricula and instruction to engage students in grades 8–12 in mathematical discourse and conceptual understanding. Explores how to facilitate cognitively demanding tasks and student-centered instruction; how to engage students with culturally diverse backgrounds in meaningful learning that helps them understand and interpret the world; how to incorporate technology in mathematics instruction; how to teach and assess communication, critical and creative thinking, and collaborative skills; how to teach in a holistic manner that considers trauma and socioemotional learning; and how to implement routines and procedures that support effective classroom management. Includes the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Gateway Task II; students must receive a passing evaluation for the Gateway Task II to be eligible for the student teaching practicum.