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No cookie-cutter instruction — every lesson is planned individually and carefully to meet your or your student’s needs.

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For Teachers, I offer professional development workshops related to literacy assessment & instruction, teaching practices for ELA classrooms and other related topics. For parents, I can help you learn and practice home-teaching strategies.
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I share my thoughts on teaching literacy, my growing love of Latin, and my fascination with the English language.
Classical Latin Instruction

Studying Latin language serves to build knowledge of morphemes (meaningful word parts) that comprise English words and words in Romance languages. Latin study thereby sets the stage for learning any of the Romance languages more quickly.

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Literacy & Dyslexia Instruction

My instruction is individualized and goal-directed. My review of the client’s case history, along with what I learn through intake interviews and initial diagnostic assessment and evaluation...

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58% of English Words Come From Latin

Classical Latin Instruction

Did you know that nearly 58% of English words can be traced back to Latin origins? Studying Latin language serves to build knowledge of morphemes (meaningful word parts) that comprise English words and words in Romance languages. Latin study thereby sets the stage for learning any of the Romance languages more quickly.

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Is Your Child Falling Behind in Literacy?

Diagnostic Literacy Assessment & Evaluation

Let me discover your child's strengths and determine the exact types of instruction needed to foster academic progress.

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Educator Development for Teachers and Parents

Do you need innovative curriculum for K-12 or college-age learners? Let me leverage on your behalf my many years of experience as a secondary teacher and teacher educator, as well as my training as…

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What Others Are Saying…

Very helpful
Review of Multisensory Phonics, Level 5 on Outschool:

My daughter has had several multisensory phonics classes with Dr. Karen and enjoyed them very much. The teacher has been very helpful! – Rating 5/5

DavidOutschool parent

This is an absolutely outstanding course

Review of Vocabulary Building with Latin & Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool: This is an absolutely outstanding course. My learners got so much out of the word study, and I can tell their reading has improved as well. High recommended! Rating: 5 / 5

Sarah C.Outschool Parent

VERY PROFESSIONAL, WELCOMING, UNDERSTANDING
Both of my girls were adopted at a young age and were behind in their reading comprehension and math skills. Karen was very professional yet welcoming and understanding of the girls. Her interaction with my girls upon arriving for class were wonderful. My one daughter is very shy, yet warmed up to Karen very quickly. They both look forward to going each week. I feel very confident leaving them in her hands. I can see that Dr. Wieland enjoys what she does on a daily basis.

CynthiaParentOlean, NY

Outstanding
Outstanding class. Outstanding teacher.

Lisa C.Outschool Parent

Our daughter absolutely loved class

Review of Introduction to Latin Course II on Outschool: Outstanding course and instructor. Our daughter absolutely loved class and the extra Latin game nights hosted by Dr. Karen Rating: 5 / 5

Ryan V.Outschool Parent

My daughter has made leaps and bounds
Public review of Multsensory Phonics series on Outschool:

I highly recommend Dr. Karen Wieland. She has been amazing with my 10 year old daughter who struggles with reading and spelling due to her dyslexia. My daughter has made leaps and bounds since working with Dr. Karen and we will continue to take classes that she offers. Overall Rating: 10 Content: 5 Presentation: 5 Logistics: 5 Value: 5

My daughter has made leaps and boundsOutschool parent

Simply Amazing
Dr. Wieland is simply amazing! Her passion for teaching is very apparent in her interaction with her students as well as her teaching methodology. My son is inspired to do well in his Latin language class. Thank you, Dr. Wieland!

Sue D.Parent

OPENED MY EYES
Dr Wieland opened my eyes to the obstacles literacy teachers face at the secondary level. She guided me to change my thinking [ . . . ] to appreciate that even high school aged students might need some basic reading instruction and skills.

AngelynSecondary Social Studies TeacherOtto-Eldredge, NY

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AT ITS BEST
As facilitator, Karen coordinated the monthly meetings and facilitated book selection and discussion. The group involved 10 active members. Karen’s book recommendations were always outstanding. Her vast knowledge of reading research always resulted in some very interesting books for the group to read and discuss. Consequently, discussions were always so rich with information. Our book group learned a great deal about teaching reading from Karen and from each other. This was professional development at its best.

GailReading SpecialistPittsburgh, PA

DILIGENT, PREPARED, EXTREMELY HELPFUL
Karen customized each session based on some pre-session questions- you don’t get a ‘canned’ lesson with Karen. Very thoughtful, dedicated, and personable. She also provided parent with post- session updates, which were very helpful.

ColParentWyzAnt

I love the way the teacher organizes this class
Review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 2 on Outschool:

I love the way the teacher organizes this class, letting the students research on their own. It really helps them remember what they research. Rating: 5/5

Jennifer A.V.Outschool parent

Excellent Program
I am really thrilled with your excellent program which I think will be very helpful to T. as she transitions into English school.

DebOutschool Parent

Fantastic course

Review of Introduction to Latin Course IV: Fantastic course. My son is really enjoying classes with Dr. Wieland! Rating: 5 / 5

Alli K.Outschool Parent

Very knowledgeable teacher
Excellent class and very knowledgeable teacher.

Sara S.Outschool Parent

I learned a lot of cool things-- a lot of cool words!
Public review of Vocabulary Development with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:

My 13 year old son says, “I learned a lot of cool things– a lot of cool words. It was fun and the teacher is great!” Rating 5/5

Alexandra S.Outschool parent

Fantastic content and teacher!!!
Public review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes on Outschool:

Fantastic content and teacher!!! Rating 5/5

Hester M.Outschool Parent

Fantastic World of Words
Can’t wait to sign up for more classes with Dr. Karen. Dr. Karen engages kids with her passion for teaching that doesn’t overwhelm- but invites kids into this fantastic world of thoughts about words I never knew existed. Thank you Dr. Karen!!

Mary Jane L.Outschool Parent

Brilliant Wilson Reading tutor
Dr. Karen has been instrumental part of my son’s education through her one on one tutoring with [him]. She maintains a level of efficiency that is fueled by her obvious work ethic and her professional concern for her students’ progress. When dealing with Dr. Karen, it is immediately evident that she has a love for the profession and a sincere interest in and concern for the students. Furthermore, she spends many hours with an individual student’s tutoring and working on reading strategies on her own time to help less capable readers. Dr. Karen has helped my son through the Wilson Reading System more than I could have ever imagined.

JodyParentOlean, NY

Dr. Karen makes learning fun
Public review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 2 on Outschool:

Dr. Karen is an amazing teacher! She makes learning fun for the kids and is very attentive to all the students. Any student that is interested in words would love this course. Rating: 5 / 5

Wendee R.Outschool parent

GREAT LESSON
Dr. Karen was wonderful and I can tell she has a genuine interest in my daughter and her success.

MaureenParentAudubon, NJ

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