International students from BRICS countries participated in an interactive open lesson held at the BRICS+ Information and Cultural Media Centre in Moscow, where they tested their Russian language skills through team-based activities and games.The event was organized in collaboration with the Inostranka Russian Club, part of a broader initiative by the M.I.Rudomino All-Russia State Library for Foreign Literature aimed at supporting the socio-cultural adaptation of foreign citizens in Russia.

Participants are studying Russian through the educational television series “Russian Lessons with Tanya Semke,” produced by the TV BRICS International Media Network.

During the session, the learners reviewed their progress using tests, interactive exercises, and gamified assessments designed by the program’s creator, Tatyana Semke, who specializes in teaching Russian as a foreign language.

The students discussed their motivations for learning Russian, the difficulties they face, and even explored similarities between Russian vocabulary and words from their native languages.The group was divided into teams for creative tasks, including describing images using suggested vocabulary shown on screen.

The session concluded with a collaborative storytelling activity in which participants created a shared narrative centered on friendship between nations and cultural understanding.According to organizers, the format encouraged emotional engagement, communication, and practical language use in real-time interaction.

Tamara Skok, Director of Innovative Linguistic Projects at TV BRICS, emphasized the value of face-to-face learning, highlighting its ability to foster emotional connection, energy exchange, and deeper engagement compared to distance learning.She noted that such initiatives help international students better integrate into Russian-speaking environments.

The TV series supporting the course has been airing since March 2025 and is broadcast across multiple international platforms, offering learners structured instruction in basic grammar, reading, and everyday communication skills.