2.3.6. Post-Experiment Feedback Survey
A short post-experiment survey consisting of five 5-Likert-style items (rated from 1 to 5) and two open-ended questions was implemented as a manipulation check. Participants were asked to consider their experience of the RIME and answer whether (1) it challenged me; (2) it gave me a sense of achievement; (3) it helped me understand [Chinese/Middle Eastern] culture; (4) it made me feel more connected to [Chinese/Middle Eastern] people; and (5) it made me feel more connected with others (all people in the world). The open-ended items were worded: (1) please list any other benefits you have received from learning a [Chinese 