The aim of this course is that students should develop knowledge about the history of the Norwegian language as well as the background for the development of Norwegian Nynorsk and the role of language in Norwegian politics.
The students will also be familiarised with important differences between Bokmål and Nynorsk, as well as the main grammar rules of Norwegian Nynorsk.
The students will also learn how to express themselves in written Norwegian Nynorsk.
Attendance is mandatory. Participants who are absent more than 25% of the time will not be permitted to take the exam.
Students will submit five written assignments during the course.
The compulsory requirements are valid for three semesters. This includes the semester when the lectures are given and the following two semesters.