What's included
6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will have between 1-2 hours of homework between classes on the Ny i Norge and Tekstlab grammar websites. They should also be practicing vocabulary for homework via flashcards, quizlet, and Kahoot.Assessment
Students will write a final essay during the last session based on their learning progression in this course.Grading
In line with U.S. K-12 A-F grading scale, OR Standards-based grading scale of 1-4.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Intermediate Level
Class structure will build on students' prior knowledge of the learning Norwegian language. If the student has learned some Norwegian during family interactions/travel, at Skogfjorden (MN) camp or in my Beginning and Intermediate I Norwegian class, they should be able to complete Intermediate Level 2 class assignments. (Please review the Intermediate Norwegian I class description to decide whether or not to enroll the student in this level). Students will be able to interact with me by asking questions in Norwegian, as audio or video attachments. Topics such as current events and typical cultural differences may also be covered via video/newspaper clips. Topics covered can be found in the syllabus.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Verb tenses & Money
The infinitive, present, past, past perfect. Banks, budgeting and saving money in daily Norwegian life.
2 assignments
28 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Working in Norway & Imperative Verbs
Conduct/culture in the workplace & school in Norway. Norwegian traditions tied to the State Church and Secular Celebrations (baptism, confirmation, weddings, etc.) Verbs and how to form Commands.
1 assignment
12 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Adjectives, Compound words, subordinate clauses
descriptive adjectives; compound words, subordinate clauses
1 assignment
8 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Religions practiced in Norway, natl. anthem
The Norwegian State Church and other religions observed widely in Norway. Learn "Ja, vi elsker".
2 assignments
17 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
Beginning Norwegian, Intermediate Norwegian I teach on Outschool OR 1 year equivalent of high-school level instruction; 1-2 4 week summer sessions spent at Skogfjorden camp in Bemiji, MN.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: B2+)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
2 Degrees
Doctoral Degree in Education from Capella University
Master's Degree in Education from University of Tulsa
I have taught Norwegian both in an immersion camp setting (Skogfjorden,MN) and as a in-person and virtual tutor. My B.A. is in Scandinavian Languages & Literature.
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Ages: 11-16