This basic textbook for Norwegian contains 10 units. The text is adaptable for use in an academic institution, in an intensive program, or in independent study. The vocabulary is limited, and only basic and essential grammar is included. A brief introduction contains information on Norwegian linguistic history. Although audiolingual skills are stressed, reading and writing skills may be taught at the discretion of the teacher. Each unit contains a culturally-oriented conversation, oral-drill materials on the conversation and new vocabulary, pronunciation-drills, extensive pattern practices on structural items, conversational drills, translation exercises, some narratives for reading practice, a grammatical synopsis, and a lexical summary. Correlated, taped materials should be used with the text. (DD)