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Ragnar
Professional TeacherProfessional Teacher![]()
Teaches
Norwegian
Native
Speaks
English
Dutch
French
Russian
Certified Teacher with Experience tutoring Teenagers and Adult Refugees!
Teaches
Norwegian
Native
Speaks
English
Dutch
French
Russian
Certified Teacher with Experience tutoring Teenagers and Adult Refugees!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From NorwayLiving in Trondheim, Norway (21:37 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jun 16, 2023InterestsTechHistoryGaming
Hello! Bonjour! Привет!
I'm a native speaker and certified teacher. Since I'm multilingual and have a Belgian wife, I can appreciate the difficulties you might encounter when learning Norwegian. Having professional experience tutoring both teenagers and adult refugees, I can help you communicate effectively with native Norwegians.
When I'm not working, I spend time with my family and our cat, play computer games and listen to music. Being a trained historian, I occasionally write articles for military history magazines. Previously, I have also worked professionally as a genealogist, and continue to do research on my family tree. I have ancestry from Norway, Sweden, Finland and Germany.Me as a Teacher
Since I'm also an enthusiastic language learner myself, I have a lot of knowledge about efficient learning methods. I like to encourage a positive and curious attitude about the language. I emphasize humor, curiosity and a relaxed setting. We can work in a structured and organized manner by using a text book, but we can also just talk about culture and everyday topics.My lessons & teaching style
It's important to put in the effort and develop healthy routines as a learner. As a teacher I will offer you a structured approach with professional materials, such as a beginner's book we will work on together. We also work on image files, podcasts, articles, music and homework.
However, at the same time it's important not to stifle your curiosity with too much structure. In my experience, the students who have the most success, are also the most curious ones. That is why I will give you relevant questions at your level to encourage you to practice speaking Norwegian.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
Education
2015 - 2016
Bachelor’s - PedagogyIn 2016 I completed a one-year programme in "Practical Teaching Training - Pedagogical Knowledge". This certifies me as a teacher in Norwegian schools from grade 5-13, i.e. from Middle School to Upper Secondary School.
2012 - 2015
Master's - History
2019 - 2021
Bachelor’s - FrenchFrom 2019 to 2021 I completed a one-year programme in French. I'm certified to teach this language in the Norwegian school system since I've also completed a one-year programme in "Practical Teaching Training - Pedagogical Knowledge".
2010 - 2011
Bachelor’s - Scandinavian Language and LiteratureIncluded in my bachelor's degree in history is a one-year programme in "Scandinavian Language and Literature". Since I also completed a one-year programme in "Practical Teaching Training - Pedagogical Knowledge" in 2016, I'm qualified to teach Norwegian.
2008 - 2009
Bachelor’s - DutchIn 2008-2009 I completed the "Preparatory one-year Dutch Programme" at Universiteit van Antwerpen, a fulltime preparatory programme for academic study in Flanders. I passed all exams (greatest distinction).
2009 - 2012
Bachelor’s - HistoryI studied general history from the antiquity to the modern period with an emphasis on Europe and North-America. I also completed a one-year programme in Scandinavian Language and Literature.
Work Experience
2016 - 2023
TeacherFrom 2016 and until 2023 I have been teaching at Skaun Ungdomsskole (Middle School). I taught Norwegian, History and Social Studies.
2023 - 2023
TeacherIn 2023 I've worked as a teacher in Norwegian and English for adult refugees. The majority of the students have been Ukrainians.
5.0
Rating
78
Students
574
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Norwegian Lessons
Trial Lesson
58 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
General Norwegian Course A1-C2
A1 - C2Language Essentials326 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 8% off
Conversation Practice A1-C2
A1 - C2Conversation120 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 8% off
Group lessons A1-C2
A1 - C2Language Essentials18 lessons completed
USD 29.00+
Package with 5% off
Availability
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30 Reviews
Richard Ruf
41 Norwegian lessons
Teacher’s pick
I’ve been taking lessons with Ragnar for well over a year now and I couldn’t recommend him more strongly. He’s open, incredibly patient and easy to talk to. I feel so much more confident about my Norwegian skills today than I did a year ago and Ragnar played a large part in that.
Jun 12, 2024
Joseph
58 Norwegian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ragnar is an awesome teacher! I really feel like I'm learning a lot. The lessons are very fun, interesting, and informative.
Aug 20, 2023
Mihai
7 Norwegian lessons
It's crystal clear that Ragnar is a proper teacher, and a good one at that. He speaks clearly and listens intently, providing feedback in real time and taking notes for me to improve, while also sharing free materials and explaining concepts about the Norwegian culture as we go along.
Jan 18, 2025
kirotasmara
30 Norwegian lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ragnar is simply a fantastic teacher. I had to learn as much Norwegian as possible within a very limited amount of time and he always made me feel very supported and understood. Every lesson I was given resources to learn from, and he always encouraged me in a way which made me feel comfortable to talk, no matter the mistakes. I would most definitely recommend him, as he is a very compassionate and understanding teacher, who is always giving his best to the student. Tusen takk for alt, Ragnar!
Nov 10, 2023
Mark Holliday
2 Norwegian lessons
A very comfortable trial lesson gauging where I was in my learning and showing how my learning going forward could be structured. Looking forward to the next lesson
Apr 22, 2025
Hanieh Farahani
16 Norwegian lessons
I have had some sessions with Ragnar and he has been effective and helpful in my learning, I feel like I have found my type of teacher after some trial and error, he is patient, he is knowledgable, knows when to correct you, and his tips are helpful on how to study Norwegian. I highly recommend him.
Sep 6, 2024
Trial Lesson
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