Tawn Hauptli

Residential Faculty - K12 Education

Education and Reading Studies

Office: SC 14 - Room: 60

480-461-7912

Office Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
 
Online
Online
Online
Online
 
By appointment
By appointment
By appointment
By appointment
By 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

Summer 2026

EDU230 Cultural Diversity In Education 3 Credits

Examination of the relationship of cultural diversity to academic success. Includes educational environments and their impact on educational equity. Emphasis on teacher preparation that offers an equal educational opportunity to students of all cultural backgrounds. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13932
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026

Class Started

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.

Fall 2026

EDU221 Introduction to Education 3 Credits

Overview of the historical, political, economic, social, ethical, and philosophical factors that contribute to the complexity of the education system. Opportunity for students to self-reflect and assess their interest and suitability for a career in 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], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16514
Dobson Campus

SC 16N

In-Person
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
MoWe
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Open

13 of 24
Seats Available

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.

16728
Dobson Campus

SC 16N

In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

10 of 24
Seats Available

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.

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], Social and Behavioral Sciences [SCB]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
16924
Dobson Campus

SC 16N

In-Person
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
MoWe
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

16 of 24
Seats Available

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.

15262
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Open

19 of 28
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.

EDU230 Cultural Diversity In Education 3 Credits

Examination of the relationship of cultural diversity to academic success. Includes educational environments and their impact on educational equity. Emphasis on teacher preparation that offers an equal educational opportunity to students of all cultural backgrounds. 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: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15258
Dobson Campus

SC 16N

In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
TuTh
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Open

12 of 20
Seats Available

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

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