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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I share my thoughts on teaching literacy, my growing love of Latin, and my fascination with the English language.
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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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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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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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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.
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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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…
What Others Are Saying…
"I wish that class would last for a million years!"Public review of Multisensory Phonics Level III on Outschool:
I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Karen’s classes. After the last class, my son came outside and said, “I wish that class would last for a million years”. I think that speaks for itself!! Rating 5/5
Jen J.Outschool parent
My daughter loved this class!Public review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes on Outschool:
My daughter loved this class! 5/5
Marcy Y.Outschool Parent
Teaches With Her Whole HeartCan’t thank Dr.Karen enough for her passion of teaching. She not only shows the kids the enjoyment of learning, but also teaches with her whole heart even though there were only two kids in this session. My kid is super lucky to have a teacher like Dr.Karen. Thank you Dr.Karen for making this Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots & Affixes as one of my kid’s favorite learning subjects. She is so happy that she finished all level of the lessons with you.
I-FanOutschool Parent
My son bloomed during this programmePublic review of Multsensory Phonics series on Outschool:
My son bloomed during this programme. Dr. Karen’s passion for language and her enthusiastic but patient approach transformed literacy learning into an enjoyable experience. Overall rating: 10 Content: 5 Presentation: 5 Logistics: 5 Value: 5
Abbie M.Outschool parent
Great Experience!We’ve had almost two years of Latin with Dr. Karen and its been a wonderful time. The kids learned a lot, and it was a great experience!
David M.Outschool Parent
I would sign [my son] up for another class with this teacher.
Public review of Vocabulary Building with Latin & Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:
My 7th grade son took this class. I was not home most of the time so my review is from him. He really enjoyed this class. It was not too boring and he enjoyed the teacher. The teacher sometimes went over class time which as a mom I was happy to have her finish the lesson if kids presentations took a little long. My son has taken several classes through Outschool, but this is the only class that he and another classmate got together (virtually) to work on the homework together. Not because it was too hard, just because, and I thought it was great that they wanted to do this own their own. I would sign him up for another class with this teacher. Rating 5/5
MarisaOutschool parent
Really Enjoys LearningMy daughter really enjoys learning Latin and loves Dr. Karen.
Kylie B.Outschool Parent
I like how this class is interactivePublic review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1, on Outschool:
My daughter enjoyed this class. Her understanding of roots and meanings has increased and therefore it has helped her reading comprehension skills. She really enjoyed this class. We will be taking more in this series in the future! I like how this class is interactive and helps to show students how many things will work for them in the future in their own careers. Dr. Wieland is very encouraging and supportive! Rating 5/5
KristinOutschool 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
What a wonderful class! Sad to see it end.Public review of Multisensory Phonics, Level I on Outschool:
What a wonderful class! [My daughter] enjoyed it so much and was sad to see it end. [. . . ] Thanks so much for an awesome experience! You are so great with the children! [My daughter] learned so much! Rating 5/5
Karen U.Outschool parent
Able to give individual attention in a group setting
Public Review of Vocabulary Building with Roots and Affixes, Latin & Greek I on Outschool:
Excellent series of classes. Dr. Wieland is a fantastic teacher who goes above and beyond in working with her students. She is able to give individual attention in a group setting and creates opportunities for group/team work as well. Highly recommend. Rating: 5 / 5
Roxsanna SOutschool parent
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
Dr. Karen made the class a safe area to make mistakes
Public review of Vocabulary Building with Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes, Level 1 on Outschool:
Our son is 10 and enjoyed learning about the building blocks Greek & Latin roots into words he uses as well as understanding how to explore the meaning of new words; we could see the wheels turning in his head during the class. He took chances on words that were similar to what they were learning but did not have the same meaning and Dr. Karen provided wonderful redirection and made the class a safe area to make mistakes, which is important to us in our sons learning. Rating 5/5
Leslie C.Outschool parent
UNSURE TO CONFIDENTKaren 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
Always Making Learning FunDr. Karen keeps the class interesting and at a steady pace, always making learning a fun and enjoyable process.
Melinda P.Outschool Parent
Incredibly Dedicated to her StudentsDr. Karen is incredibly dedicated to her students and always well-prepared with activities, lessons, and games to reinforce content. She has an interested and personable demeanor with kids and strives to get to know them and encourage them as individuals. She is an energetic and fun teacher.
Marcella E.Outschool Parent
SURPASSED MY EXPECTATIONSI always felt challenged yet equally supported by all my professors. Then, I met Dr. Wieland, and she surpassed my expectations even higher for exceptional faculty. I experienced how much passion she puts into her practice! [ . . . ] Dr. Wieland’s dedication, knowledge, and guidance helped me transition from a student who was eager to make a difference in the world to a professional who is prepared to meet the needs of young learners.
CourtneyTeacherPalmyra-Macedon, NY
A great turning pointMy son was afforded the opportunity to work with Dr. Wieland individually with the Wilson Reading program. This structured, systematic, sequential, multisensory phonics approach provided him with many opportunities to increase his word recognition abilities. This was a great turning point for him and the results were amazing. In no time he was reading novels by Ray Bradbury and American short fiction. We went from this teachers telling us he might never read at grade level to their being impressed with his independent reading abilities. My son does better in all aspects of his school work for the simple reason that he can read the directions on tests as well as the material on the test itself. My husband and I are amazed at his increased fluency when we listen to him read and we are so proud to hear him have discussions with adults about The Martian Chronicles, Fahrenheit 451, and other books he has read. We often wonder how were so lucky to be afforded this life changing opportunity f… Read more
CindyParentAllegany, NY
Dr. Karen makes learning funPublic 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
Fun and Interactive courseExpect a fun and interactive course and to learn a lot of Latin. Dr. Karen is the best Latin teacher I’ve ever had; I love going to her class. The Blookets and the quizlets are also a great way to build memory. Dr. Karen really cares about us and wants us to have fun during class and she is generous with her time.
AdeleOutschool Parent