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Tawn Hauptli, Ed.D.

Residential Faculty - K12 Education

Education and Reading Studies

Education and Reading Studies

Office: SC 14 - Room: 60

480-461-7912

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM12:30 PM - 1:30 PM12:30 PM - 1:30 PM12:30 PM - 1:30 PM 

Online

Online

Online

Online

 
By appointmentBy appointmentBy appointmentBy appointmentBy appointment

Office hours on Monday through Thursday will be in person. Virtually appointments are available. Friday's I am available by appointment virtually.

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

EDU221 Introduction to Education 3 Credits

Overview of the historical, political, economic, social, and philosophical factors that influence education and make it so complex. Opportunity for students to assess their interest and suitability for teaching. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: During this course students will conduct a minimum of 30 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an Identity Verified Prints (IVP) fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to https://www.aps.gemalto.com/az/index.htm Before filling out the fingerprint card application, be sure to check the locations list to verify locations and hours of operation.
General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15073
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024
MoWe
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Class Ended

Notes: This course will be taught with multiple attendance options. Contact your instructor for more information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 15073 Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu
15390
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Class Ended

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

This course will be taught with multiple attendance options. Contact your instructor for more information.

Class 15390 Students may contact instructor at tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu
EDU222 Introduction to the Exceptional Learner 3 Credits

Overview of the exceptional learner with emphasis on factors relating to current practices, identification, characteristics, and educational adaptations. Issues related to mild disabilities, severe disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, intellectual disabilities, and students who are gifted.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: During this course students will conduct a minimum of 15 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an IVP fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to https://www.aps.gemalto.com/az/index.htm Before filling out the fingerprint card application, be sure to check the locations list to verify locations and hours of operation.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15671
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024
MoWe
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Class Ended

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Flexible attendance options are available for this course, please contact the course instructor for more information

Students may contact instructor at tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu
13494

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/19/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Students may contact instructor at tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu
EDU230 Cultural Diversity In Education 3 Credits

Examination of the relationship of cultural values to the formation of self-concept and learning styles. Examination of the role of prejudice, stereotyping and cultural incompatibilities in education. Emphasis on teacher preparation (preservice and/or inservice) to offer an equal educational opportunity to students of all cultural groups. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: While not mandatory, during this course students will have the opportunity to conduct a minimum of 20 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an IVP fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to www.azdps.gov/services/fingerprint/#1 and click on Apply for a Card.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13488
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
TuTh
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Class Ended

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

This course will be taught with multiple attendance options. Contact your instructor for more information.

Honors Program Only

Class 13488 Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2024

EDU222 Introduction to the Exceptional Learner 3 Credits

Overview of the exceptional learner with emphasis on factors relating to current practices, identification, characteristics, and educational adaptations. Issues related to mild disabilities, severe disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, intellectual disabilities, and students who are gifted.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: During this course students will conduct a minimum of 15 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an IVP fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to https://www.aps.gemalto.com/az/index.htm Before filling out the fingerprint card application, be sure to check the locations list to verify locations and hours of operation.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13492

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 13492 Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu
EDU230 Cultural Diversity In Education 3 Credits

Examination of the relationship of cultural values to the formation of self-concept and learning styles. Examination of the role of prejudice, stereotyping and cultural incompatibilities in education. Emphasis on teacher preparation (preservice and/or inservice) to offer an equal educational opportunity to students of all cultural groups. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: While not mandatory, during this course students will have the opportunity to conduct a minimum of 20 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an IVP fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to www.azdps.gov/services/fingerprint/#1 and click on Apply for a Card.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15672

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Ended

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 15672 Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu

Spring 2025

EDU222 Introduction to the Exceptional Learner 3 Credits

Overview of the exceptional learner with emphasis on factors relating to current practices, identification, characteristics, and educational adaptations. Issues related to mild disabilities, severe disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, intellectual disabilities, and students who are gifted.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: During this course students will conduct a minimum of 15 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an IVP fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to www.azdps.gov/services/fingerprint/#1 and click on Apply for a Card.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33422
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

6 of 10
Seats Available
26343
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

2 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: Class 26343 requires school-based field experience.

This course will be taught with multiple attendance options. Contact your instructor for more information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 26343 Flexible attendance options are available for this course, please contact the course instructor for more information. Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu

Honors Program Only
26344

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 26344 requires school-based field experience.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 26344 Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu
EDU230 Cultural Diversity In Education 3 Credits

Examination of the relationship of cultural values to the formation of self-concept and learning styles. Examination of the role of prejudice, stereotyping and cultural incompatibilities in education. Emphasis on teacher preparation (preservice and/or inservice) to offer an equal educational opportunity to students of all cultural groups. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28110
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025
MoWe
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Closed

Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

This course will be taught with multiple attendance options. Contact your instructor for more information.

Class 28110 Flexible attendance options are available for this course, please contact the course instructor for more information. Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu
EDU291 Children's Literature 3 Credits

Review of folk and modern literature from a variety of world cultures, including application of literary criteria to folk and modern literature for children. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26345

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/13/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26345: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Class 26345 Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu

Spring Flex Start 2025

EDU221 Introduction to Education 3 Credits

Overview of the historical, political, economic, social, and philosophical factors that influence education and make it so complex. Opportunity for students to assess their interest and suitability for teaching. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: During this course students will conduct a minimum of 30 hours of field experience in a P-12 classroom environment, often requiring an IVP fingerprint clearance card. To begin the IVP card process, go to www.azdps.gov/services/fingerprint/#1 and click on Apply for a Card.
General Education Designations: Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26341

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

1 of 25
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 26341 Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hauptli@mesacc.edu
EDU230 Cultural Diversity In Education 3 Credits

Examination of the relationship of cultural values to the formation of self-concept and learning styles. Examination of the role of prejudice, stereotyping and cultural incompatibilities in education. Emphasis on teacher preparation (preservice and/or inservice) to offer an equal educational opportunity to students of all cultural groups. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
27813

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 27813 Students may contact instructor at: tawn.hautpli@mesacc.edu

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