EPI0945 - Diversity Field Experience

1 Institutional credits, 20 Contact hours

Institutional Credit

Course Description:
This course requires the pre-professional teacher to complete 20 hours of field experience designed to give a perspective on the varied background of students in public schools. The course provides for discussion of these experiences so participants can relate prior study of educational theory to their observations of students, as well as toward student behaviors and interactions in the school setting.

Equal Access/Opportunity

Polk State College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution committed to excellence through diversity in education and employment. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to students, employees, and applicants for employment or admission to the College. The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or disability in any of its employment policies or practices, educational programs, or activities. For questions or concerns, please contact: Valparisa Baker, Director, Equity & Diversity (Title IX Coordinator), 999 Avenue H NE, Winter Haven, FL 33881-4299, Office: WAD 227, 863.292.3602 Ext. 5378, vbaker@polk.edu.

Equal Opportunity For Students With Disabilities

The College complies with The Americans with Disabilities Act and provides equal educational opportunity for qualified individuals. A student with a disability who requires special accommodations or auxiliary aids under The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Student Services Office on either campus and speak with a Disability Services Advisor or the Coordinator of Disability Services. Note: Limited admission programs may have performance restrictions that apply. Restrictions (where applicable) are outlined in each program’s student handbook.

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