Introduction of the program of Chinese Corner:

1) Games
We have many kinds of interesting games. They are intended to bridge the gap between strangers and make a happy and harmonious atmosphere. Also, you can learn a few Chinese sentences and a little Chinese culture in this harmonious atmosphere. Our games include: Cai Cai Cai (Guess,Guess,Guess), Kai Huo Che(Go Go the Train), Shui Shi 007(Who Is 007), Shu 7(Don’t Count 7), You Yong(Swimming), Sun Wu Kong San Da Bai Gu Jing(The Monkey King) , …, and so on.

2) Chinese stories
Using pictures, videos and music, we will give an easy lecture about Chinese culture , especially culture related to Xi’an. The content includes:
a) The key points of interest in Xi’an and all over China;
b) The tasty food in Xi’an and all over China;
c) Stories both historical and legendary from Xi’an and all over China;
d) The festivals and conventions in Xi’an and all over China;
e) Other fascinating things that make you come to China.

3) Easy Chinese language lessons
Using interesting , interactive and creative methods , we will give you useful language tips, such as using music and rhythm to learn sentence patterns. We will correct your pronunciation and improve your ability to speak. The most important thing is that we will let you know the efficient way to learn Chinese.

4) Chinese Characters
This is a real headache for foreigners who want to learn more Chinese, but, in this program, some secrets of Chinese characters will be revealed. Then, you will find the simple way to master this “most difficult” thing.

5) Xiansnap: Answering any question you have about Xi’an.
The meaning of Xiansnap: it’s a snap to know anything about Xi’an. That is to say, you can get answers in this program.
Some of us have been residents of Xi’an for decades, and others have been expats in Xi’an for many years, so there is the program xiansnap . If you have any questions about Xi’an , you can ask us. For example, any questions about studying, traveling, playing, eating, drinking, entertainment,…,and so on. If we don’t know the exact answer, we will help you to find the one who knows it. You can raise your questions in Chinese Corner or put it on our BBS: http://xiansnap.com/forum.

6) Chinese traditional music
There are lots of traditional instruments in China. They are unique in the world. In this program, we will introduce beautiful Chinese music played by famous Chinese artists.

7) Chinese songs
Many Chinese pop songs are popular with foreign friends. You can learn the most famous Chinese Songs here, old or new. Then, show your singing voice when you join parties with Chinese friends; you will excite and surprise them.

8）Chinese films
Have you seen some Chinese films? Have you heard of “Jackie Chan ” or “Monkey King”? Believe it or not, many of them are really great. We will play the most famous movies in this program. Remember, to see Chinese films is a shortcut to learning Chinese culture.

9) Discussion
We will have a topic related with the day’s subject. The audience is divided into groups to discuss it. Everyone should give his conclusion after the discussion.

汉语角的节目介绍

1)游戏
这是气氛最热烈的部分。游戏的内容是我们专门设计的，通过游戏的参与，不但拉近了陌生人的距离，而且在愉快的氛围中，不知不觉地学习到汉语知识和中国文化。我们的游戏有：猜猜猜，开火车，晒片片，谁是007等等。

2)中国文化知识
将外国朋友感兴趣的中国文化知识以丰富多彩的形式组织起来，如幻灯片，视频，音乐，歌曲等等。在丰富多彩的形式背后，我们力求言简意赅、深入浅出，介绍过中国的名山大川、中国的节日、中国的美食等等。

3)Easy Chinese
以场景的形式学习简单实用的纯正汉语，然后分组练习。寓教于乐，使外国朋友消除“学汉语很难”的恐惧心里。例如：在中国餐馆吃饭，打电话常用汉语等等。在这里，我也会试验一些比较新的教学方法，如节奏汉语（使用有节奏感的音乐伴奏教授汉语对话，详见外研社：Practical Rhythmic Chinese）。

4)中国音乐欣赏
在这里我们介绍中国古典音乐,让外国朋友在古琴和洞箫的如泣如诉中聆听古老的中国之声。

5)中国歌曲欣赏
在这里我们介绍中国近现代的流行歌曲，从“甜蜜蜜”到“死了都要爱”，这样，外国朋友在KTV里也能过一把瘾。

6)中国电影欣赏
在这里我们介绍中国电影，从Bruce Lee李小龙到Monkey King孙悟空，有些电影是外国朋友不容易看到的。