Цзинь Лин

The article describes the role of a teacher and the tasks in the process of teaching speaking in aforeign language. The article presents common and effective interactive methods of teaching speaking in foreign language classes using the experience of Chinese language classes at the Ivanovo State University of Chemistry and Technology, such as: songs, cards, role-playing games, debates, video films etc.

Key words: Chinese, interactive methods, learning, speaking, foreign language