English (ENG01‑06)
Competence aims and assessment

Not in force for 8. trinn–10. trinn until 1.8.2026

This version of the curriculum is not in force for 8. trinn–10. trinn until 1.8.2026. Until 1.8.2026 the previous curriculum version is in force.

Examples of connections

Explanation

Competence aims after Year 10

The pupil is expected to be able to

  • use a variety of strategies for language learning, text creation and communication
  • use different digital resources and other aids in language learning, text creation and interaction
  • use key patterns of pronunciation in communication
  • listen to and understand words and expressions in variants of English
  • express oneself with fluency and coherence with a varied vocabulary and idiomatic expressions adapted to the purpose, recipient and situation
  • ask questions and follow up input when talking about various topics adapted to different purposes, recipients and situations
  • explore and describe some linguistic similarities and differences between English and other languages the pupil is familiar with and use this in one's own language learning
  • use knowledge of word classes and syntax in working on one's own oral and written texts
  • follow rules for spelling, word inflection, syntax and text structure
  • read, discuss and present content from various types of texts, including self-chosen texts
  • read, interpret and reflect on English-language fiction, including young people’s literature
  • read factual texts and assess the reliability of the sources
  • use sources in a critical and accountable manner
  • write formal and informal texts, including multimedia texts with structure and coherence that describe, narrate and reflect, and are adapted to the purpose, recipient and situation
  • revise one's own texts based on feedback and knowledge of the language
  • describe and reflect on the role played by the English language in Norway and the rest of the world
  • explore and reflect on the situation of indigenous peoples in the English-speaking world and in Norway
  • explore and describe ways of living, ways of thinking, communication patterns and diversity in the English-speaking world
  • explore and present the content of cultural forms of expression from various media in the English-speaking world that are related to one's own interests

Formative assessment

Formative assessment shall help to promote learning and develop competence in the subject. The pupils demonstrate and develop competence in English in Years 8, 9 and 10 when they communicate with structure and coherence, both orally and in writing, and adapted to various situations and recipients. They also demonstrate and develop competence when they create different types of texts that incorporate information from sources in a verifiable way.

The teacher shall facilitate for pupil participation and stimulate the desire to learn by using a variety of strategies and learning resources to develop the pupils’ reading skills and oral and writing skills. The pupils shall be given the opportunity to experience that experimenting on their own and with others is part of learning a new language. The teacher and pupils shall engage in dialogue on the pupils’ development in English. With the competence the pupils have demonstrated as the starting point, they shall have the opportunity to express what they believe they have achieved and reflect on their own development in the subject. The teacher shall provide guidance on further learning and adapt the teaching to enable the pupils to use the guidance provided to develop their reading skills, writing skills and oral and digital skills in the subject.

Assessment of coursework

The grade awarded for coursework shall reflect the overall competence of the pupil in English after completing Year 10. The teacher shall plan and facilitate for the pupils to demonstrate their competence in various ways, including through understanding, reflection and critical thought, and in various contexts. The teacher shall assign one grade for the coursework in English based on the pupil’s overall competence in the subject.