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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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Diagnostic Literacy Assessment & Evaluation
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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 & Parents
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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Individualized Literacy & Dyslexia Instruction
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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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I share my thoughts on teaching literacy, my growing love of Latin, and my fascination with the English language.
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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UNWAVERING DEVOTIONAs educators, we have the power to affect eternity through each life that we touch. This privilege, however, comes only through the time that our own teachers have dedicated to our development. Dr. Karen Wieland is one such educator who has demonstrated an unwavering devotion to the education of her students. [ . . . ] While her scholarship and professionalism are undeniable, what is most striking about Dr. Wieland is her devotion to relationships. [ . . . ] It truly takes one “extraordinary” educator to develop another.
TaylorReading SpecialistRochester, NY
I love the way she interacts with my daughtersPublic review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:
The instructor Karen Wieland is very professional. I love the way she interacts with my daughters and the other children. She is very knowledgeable in her field of expertise. I highly recommend her. I will sign my daughters up for the next class. Rating: 5 / 5
JeannyParentOutschool
Dr. Wieland is great!
Dr. Wieland is great! She makes class fun and sends material for kids to keep practicing. My son enjoyed the class and was encouraged to speak Latin and not just learn what the words mean. Rating 5/5
ShirleneOutschool parent
Highly Recommended!This is my son’s second year taking Latin courses with Dr. Wieland. She is a fantastic instructor and he really enjoys the classes. They are rigorous yet fun and engaging. I believe he will be well prepared for high school level Latin courses in the future if he chooses to do so. Highly Recommended!
Alli K.Outschool Parent
My son's reading skills, vocabulary, and love for words have grown so muchPublic review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 2 on Outschool:
This the second Greek and Latin Roots and Affixes class that my son has completed with Dr. Karen and I can’t say enough good things about it! Dr. Karen does an amazing job at holding the students’ attention while meeting each child at their own level. My son’s reading skills, vocabulary, and love for words have grown so much with Dr. Karen. Her classes are fun and engaging, and we’re looking forward to the level III course. Overall rating: 10 Content: 5 Presentation: 5 Logistics: 5 Value: 5
My son's reading skills, vocabulary, and love for words have grown so muchOutschool 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
Dr. Karen makes learning vocabulary interesting and funReview of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:
Dr. Karen is very experienced in teaching the subject matter and interacting with her students. She brings excitement to the class and makes learning vocabulary interesting and fun. My son loved attending class and is looking forward to joining the next level in the series. I strongly recommend this course. Rating: 5/5
Rania E.Outschool parent
Impressed with smooth and organized classPublic Review of Multisensory Phonics Level 1 on Outschool:
This was our very first Outschool experience. We were very impressed with how smooth and organized this class was. We have seen a marked improvement in [our daughter’s] reading confidence. Rating 5/5
Christine M.Outschool parent
KNOWLEDGEABLE AND COMPASSIONATE TUTORKaren is a kind and compassionate tutor that met my child’s needs in prepping for the SAT test. She went from unsure to confident in just a couple of sessions. I am very pleased with her progress and with Karen’s gentle prodding that kept her working toward her goals.
KelseyparentAlexandria, VA
Immersive and compellingPublic review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Affixes, Level 3 on Outschool:
A wonderful series of classes. An opportunity not to be missed, to study with Dr. Wieland. I wish I was offered classes like these when I was a child. My daughter is doing the entire series, and it has been fantastic, English decoded. Dr. Wieland’s course is immersive and compelling, my daughter loved every single session. My daughter might not have had the benefit of etymology until college/university, but here it is, it is suitable for children and leaves them with deep understanding and literacy skills for life. I cannot recommend Dr. Wieland’s courses highly enough. Rating 5/5
IriniOutschool parent
Engaging and informativePublic review of Vocabulary Building with Latin & Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:
My 11 year old found this course engaging and informative. He is anxious to begin the next level of the course. The instructor made this class fun while giving her students tools to use for many years to come. Rating: 5 / 5
Cathy B.Outschool parent
Simply AmazingDr. 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
Really Enjoys LearningMy daughter really enjoys learning Latin and loves Dr. Karen.
Kylie B.Outschool Parent
Steady pace
Public review of Introduction to Latin Course I on Outschool: Dr. Karen keeps the class interesting and at a steady pace, always making learning a fun and enjoyable process. Rating: 5 / 5
Melinda P.Outschool Parent
Excellent ProgramI am really thrilled with your excellent program which I think will be very helpful to T. as she transitions into English school.
DebOutschool Parent
Such a descriptive class!Review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:
It was such a descriptive class! Rating: 5/5
Such a descriptive class!
We are absolutely loving the Latin and Greek Roots seriesPublic review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:
Great class and Dr Karen is a wonderful teacher! We are absolutely loving the Latin and Greek Roots series of classes. Rating: 5 / 5
SarahOutschool parent
INTERACTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENTSDr. Wieland’s support and guidance including her rigorous course expectations, prepared me for my future career as a Reading Specialist. [ . . . ] Dr. Wieland’s strengths include her ability to foster the development of knowledge and skill through her interactive learning environments, her guidance in creating compassionate and ethical educators, and staying true to their values in the educational community.
ShellyReading SpecialistSilver Creek, NY
Joyful and exciting method of teachingPublic review of Multisensory Phonics series on Outschool:
Dr. Karen Wieland’s course was so incredibly helpful for our daughter. During the course of the class she went from a struggling reader who didn’t want to work on her reading to an engaged and excited reader who loves to learn. I believe this change was due to Dr. Karen’s organized and efficient lessons, yet joyful and exciting method of teaching. I simply can’t speak highly enough about Dr. Karen. Overall rating: 10 Content: 5 Presentation: 5 Logistics: 5 Value: 5
Meghan E.Outschool Parent
Really Great Over ZoomDr Karen is really great over Zoom and kept our wriggly 7 year old engaged. She taught him new WRS techniques that have really helped him.
Ruth H.Parent