“Russian Club” as a method of linguocultural adaptation of foreign students in the language environment

Abstract

The features of extracurricular work with foreign students in the format of meetings of the student association “Russian Club” are considered. The main goals, objectives and principles on which the classes are based are indicated. The most effective forms of extracurricular work are described, including intercultural communication training, master classes, project activities and educational excursions. We describe the traditional events held within the framework of this student association. The outline of the organization and holding of the meeting dedicated to the celebration of the Old New Year in Russia is presented. Brief information about the history of this holiday is given. All stages of the preparation and conduct of various competitions and festive tasks are considered in detail from a methodic and organizational standpoint, aimed for in-depth introduction of students into the meaning of the phenomena being studied and their authentic introduction to Russian national cultural traditions. The work is addressed to teachers of Russian as a foreign language.