Thank you for participating in this survey. This questionnaire explores how international students in Hangzhou learn about and understand Zhejiang intangible cultural heritage, including what they find difficult to understand and what may help them understand it better.
There are no right or wrong answers. Please answer based on your own experience. Your responses will be used for academic research only.
Which region are you from? Asia Europe Africa North America South America Oceania Other：
How long have you been studying or living in China? Less than 6 months 6–12 months 1–2 years More than 2 years
How would you describe your Chinese proficiency? Very low Low Moderate High Very high
Which of the following Zhejiang intangible cultural heritage items have you heard of? Legend of the White Snake Liang-Zhu Legend (Butterfly Lovers) Yue Opera Wu Opera West Lake Longjing Tea-making Techniques Sericulture and Silk Craftsmanship Zhejiang Dragon Boat Traditions Zhejiang Lantern Festival Traditions Other: None of the above
How have you learned about or experienced Zhejiang intangible cultural heritage? You may select more than one. Travel or sightseeing Social media or short-video platforms Museums, exhibitions, or cultural sites University courses or educational activities Cultural festivals, traditional activities, or hands-on experiences Chinese friends or classmates Books, newspapers, television, or films Other:
How easy or difficult do you find Zhejiang intangible cultural heritage to understand? Very difficult to understand Difficult to understand Neither easy nor difficult to understand Easy to understand Very easy to understand
Which aspects of Zhejiang intangible cultural heritage are difficult for you to understand? You may select more than one. Historical background Cultural symbols and their meanings Stories and legends Traditional customs and practices Cultural values or beliefs The reasons behind certain traditions or practices The connection between traditions and everyday life Chinese words or cultural concepts that are difficult to understand Other: I do not find any particular aspect difficult
What do you think makes these aspects difficult to understand? You may select more than one. I lack background knowledge of Chinese history or culture Some cultural concepts or symbols are unfamiliar to me Some values or ideas are different from those in my home culture Some Chinese words or expressions are difficult to understand There is not enough historical or cultural context The explanation tells me what people do, but not why they do it The explanation contains too much information or is too complicated The explanation does not provide enough examples or visual information Other:
Was there anything about Zhejiang intangible cultural heritage that you found difficult to understand?
What information would help you better understand Zhejiang intangible cultural heritage? You may select more than one. Brief historical background Explanation of cultural symbols and their meanings Stories or legends Explanation of the reasons behind traditional practices Examples from everyday life Explanation of cultural values or beliefs Comparison with similar traditions in my country Connection between the tradition and people’s lives today Other：
Which ways of presenting Zhejiang intangible cultural heritage would help you understand it better? You may select more than one. Short videos Photos, illustrations, or infographics Stories or storytelling Museum exhibitions Classroom explanations Social media posts Interactive cultural activities Chinese-English bilingual explanations Other：
Do you have any suggestions for making Zhejiang intangible cultural heritage easier for international students to understand? If yes, please share your ideas.