My name is Ryan and I've just begun studying Old Norse via
independent study with a professor here in Las Vegas at UNLV. I'm a
senior in linguistics and English and I'm looking forward to studying
ON. There is a sad amount of printed materials re: Old Norse, so most
of my study will be online.
I'm using Gordon's "Introduction to Old Norse," but it's difficult
without any background. The grammar notes in the back are heopful,
but for a beginner they're a bit much. The gradations, mutations,
etc. all look quite difficult and there's no basic descriptions. I've
found some courses on this site and others that'll help with the
basica of grammar. My first assignment is a translation of the story
of Auðun.
I'm glad to see that there's such a large community of Old Norse
enthusiasts on the internet.