Jiangxi Culture Experience Survey for International Students

Welcome to this survey. This questionnaire aims to understand international students' exposure to, awareness of, and attitudes toward Jiangxi culture. There are no right or wrong answers. Please answer according to your actual situation and feelings. Your responses will be kept confidential and used for academic research only.

Part 1: Basic Information and Individual Background

Which university in Jiangxi Province are you currently studying at?

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What is your nationality?

What is your gender?

Male

Female

Other

How long have you cumulatively studied and lived in Jiangxi?

Less than 6 months

6 months to less than 1 year

1 year to less than 2 years

2 years to less than 3 years

3 years or more

What is your self-assessed or certified Chinese proficiency (HSK)?

No Chinese at all

HSK 1-2

HSK 3-4

HSK 5-6

HSK 7-9

Do your religious or dietary habits limit your experience of local culture?

No restrictions

Halal dietary restrictions (no pork/non-halal meat)

Strict vegetarian

Other restrictions

Part 2: Cultural Exposure Channels and Frequency

Before coming to Jiangxi, through which channels did you learn about Jiangxi?[Choose at most 3 items]

Never heard of it

Chinese media/social media in my country

Teachers/school introduction in my home country

International travel documentaries

Recommendations from relatives/friends/classmates

Other

During your stay in Jiangxi, how often do you engage with local culture in daily life?

Never

Rarely (less than once a month)

Occasionally (1-2 times a month)

Often (1-2 times a week)

Very frequently (almost every day)

Which of the following Jiangxi cultural experience activities have you actually participated in?[Multiple]

Food tasting (mixed rice noodles, clay pot soup, etc.)

Nature and mountain sightseeing (Lushan, Wugong Mountain, etc.)

Historical landmark visits (Tengwang Pavilion, etc.)

Handicraft experiences (Jingdezhen ceramics, etc.)

Revolutionary history museum visits (August 1st Memorial, etc.)

Festivals and folk activities

Contemporary digital life (self-media, etc.)

None of the above

Part 3: Awareness and Interest in Five Cultural Dimensions

10.

Please rate your awareness and interest in the following Jiangxi cultural dimensions:

	1	2	3	4	5
Dimension 1: Sensory and Daily Life Culture (Nanchang mixed rice noodles, clay pot soup, chili stir-fried pork, etc.)
Dimension 1: Sensory and Daily Life Culture (Nanchang mixed rice noodles, clay pot soup, chili stir-fried pork, etc.)
Dimension 2: Tangible Landmarks and Visual Landscape Culture (Lushan, Wugong Mountain, Poyang Lake, Tengwang Pavilion, Ganzhou ancient city wall, etc.)
Dimension 2: Tangible Landmarks and Visual Landscape Culture (Lushan, Wugong Mountain, Poyang Lake, Tengwang Pavilion, Ganzhou ancient city wall, etc.)
Dimension 3: Material Crafts and Political Symbol Culture (Jingdezhen blue-and-white porcelain making, August 1st Uprising Memorial, Jinggangshan, etc.)
Dimension 3: Material Crafts and Political Symbol Culture (Jingdezhen blue-and-white porcelain making, August 1st Uprising Memorial, Jinggangshan, etc.)
Dimension 4: Abstract Spirit and Folk Custom Culture (Jiangxi bride price customs, Nanfeng Nuo dance, Bailudong Academy, Gan opera, Gan dialect, etc.)
Dimension 4: Abstract Spirit and Folk Custom Culture (Jiangxi bride price customs, Nanfeng Nuo dance, Bailudong Academy, Gan opera, Gan dialect, etc.)
Dimension 5: Contemporary Culture and Digital Life (Internet-famous spots like Wanshou Palace night market, modern city/campus life, self-media vlogs and short videos)
Dimension 5: Contemporary Culture and Digital Life (Internet-famous spots like Wanshou Palace night market, modern city/campus life, self-media vlogs and short videos)

11.

Among all the cultural items above, which three would you most like to learn more about?[Choose at most 3 items]

Local food

Nature and mountain landmarks

Historical architecture

Ceramic handicrafts

Revolutionary history

Local folk customs/bride price

Traditional opera/thought

Contemporary culture and digital life

Nothing in particular

Part 4: Cross-Cultural Attitudes, Emotional Resonance and Identity

12.

Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements:

	1	2	3	4	5
Cognitive evaluation: I believe Jiangxi local culture has unique historical and cultural value.
Cognitive evaluation: I believe Jiangxi local culture has unique historical and cultural value.
Cultural inclusiveness: I am willing to respect and adapt to local Jiangxi living habits and cultural customs.
Cultural inclusiveness: I am willing to respect and adapt to local Jiangxi living habits and cultural customs.
Emotional similarity: Some aspects of Jiangxi culture (such as eating spicy food, valuing family, hospitality) remind me of my home country's culture and create a sense of familiarity.
Emotional similarity: Some aspects of Jiangxi culture (such as eating spicy food, valuing family, hospitality) remind me of my home country's culture and create a sense of familiarity.
Belonging and identity: Studying and living in Jiangxi has given me an emotional attachment similar to a 'second hometown'.
Belonging and identity: Studying and living in Jiangxi has given me an emotional attachment similar to a 'second hometown'.
Willingness to share: I am willing to recommend or share Jiangxi cultural content with my family and friends in my home country.
Willingness to share: I am willing to recommend or share Jiangxi cultural content with my family and friends in my home country.

Part 5: Communication Barriers and Suggestions for Improvement

13.

What do you think is the biggest barrier to deeply understanding Jiangxi culture?[Multiple]

Lack of English/native language promotional materials

Chinese historical/professional vocabulary is too difficult

Religious/dietary custom barriers

Activities lack interactive experience (only lectures/visits)

Information release channels are not smooth

Lack of background knowledge explanations

Insufficient personal interest

14.

Which form would you most prefer to experience Jiangxi culture?

On-site study tours and hands-on workshops (e.g., making ceramics/cooking)

Social media short videos/graphics

Campus cultural festivals and performances

Classroom lectures and academic talks

15.

Which measures would you most like the university or local cultural departments to prioritize?[Multiple]

Provide multilingual (English/French/Vietnamese, etc.) explanations and guide signs

Increase hands-on cultural experience projects

Organize cross-border/Chinese-foreign student interactive study tours

Post short and easy-to-understand cultural videos on social media

16.

What type of Jiangxi cultural content have you shared on social media (TikTok/Xiaohongshu/Instagram, etc.)?

Food/scenery photos

Experience activity videos

Never shared because I don't know how to explain the background

Never shared because I'm not interested

17.

Please write one sentence with your most essential suggestion for promoting Jiangxi culture: