MPs Erling Sande, Bengt Fasteraune, and Ole Herman Sveian are proposing a three-year teacher education programme. The proposers argue that a shortage of qualified teachers is one of the largest challenges facing Norwegian schools, and that many teachers in rural areas are teaching without formal qualifications. They contend that a three-year programme with the option to pursue a master's degree could strengthen recruitment and qualify many who currently teach without approved credentials.
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The Storting calls on the government to establish a three-year teacher education programme in collaboration with the municipal sector and universities and colleges.
The Storting calls on the government to ensure that a three-year teacher education programme is offered in a decentralised and flexible manner, allowing adults with experience from schools and communities across the country to study while working.
The Storting calls on the government to ensure that a three-year teacher education programme can be built upon through a modular structure leading to a master's degree.