Chapter 1251
: The Ancient Charm of the Han and Tang Dynasties, the Great Educator Li Aiguo, Obstruct
Seeing that the situation was getting difficult, Lao Mao immediately planned to have Zhou Ke call Li Aiguo.
Section Chief Liu from the Security Department of Jinlingjiang Ferry Management Office stepped forward to stop them: "Sir, we contacted Jiangnan Shipyard a few days ago. Their expert team is expected to arrive tomorrow. They are all top-notch experts in China. Should we wait a little longer?"
"Tomorrow." Old Cat pondered the timing and understood the Security Department's purpose.
The security department has apprehended the suspect. Although the suspect denies it, all the evidence points to him.
In order to find direct evidence, the Jinling River Ferry Management Office contacted Jiangnan Shipyard, which is responsible for manufacturing ferries for the railway system.
All of this was thanks to the security department of the Jinling River Ferry Management Office. Section Chief Liu didn't want to cause any unnecessary trouble or let outsiders get involved.
Some people solve cases to catch rats.
Some people solve cases simply for the sake of promotion.
Old Cat has seen far too many things like this.
"Then let's wait a little longer. In any case, we must find out the truth about this case within half a month."
The old cat did not easily back down.
Soon, higher-level leaders will be coming to inspect the construction work of the Jinling Yangtze River Bridge.
No one can rest easy until this case is thoroughly investigated.
"Understood!" Section Chief Liu knew that Old Cat had already made a huge concession, so he turned around and went to arrange the work.
Old Cat stood in the office, looking out at the Yangtze River through the window.
The wind was strong and the waves were high on the river, with turbid waves surging as if they wanted to swallow everything in front of them to the bottom of the river.
"A suspect with no motive... this case is quite interesting."
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Li Aiguo was unaware of these circumstances.
He brought Chen Xueru to Chen's Tailor Shop.
Recently, Chen Xueru combined the knowledge she learned from the Academy of Arts and Crafts with Chen Fangxuan's traditional craftsmanship to design a garment.
If there's something you're unsure about, let Li Aiguo take a look.
Inside the tailor shop's workshop.
With a smile, Li Aiguo placed the gifts he had brought on the coffee table: "Dad, these are local specialties that Lao Liu and his group brought back from their trip to Yunnan a while ago."
Two packets of tea and several pounds of bamboo shoots, all fresh seasonal produce, neither ostentatious nor vulgar.
Chen Fangxuan quickly invited Li Aiguo to sit down.
Chen Fangxuan was extremely satisfied with his son-in-law.
They often bring gifts from all over the country, not the kind you can just buy on the street, which shows they have a wide social circle.
"Dad, take out the clothes and let Brother Aiguo take a look." Chen Xueru was getting anxious when she saw Chen Fangxuan only talking to Li Aiguo.
"Good good."
Chen Fangxuan stood up in response, opened the cabinet in the inner room, and took out a round-necked robe.
This garment features a cross-collar and right-fastening design. The overall cut is neat and stable, and the design emphasizes balance and symmetry. The patterns and designs are also very elegant.
Most importantly, it is beautiful and grand, with a touch of the ancient Han and Tang dynasties.
"This outfit is..." Li Aiguo felt that the outfit looked familiar, but he couldn't remember where he had seen it before.
Chen Fangxuan stood up and handed the clothes to Li Aiguo, saying, "When I was learning tailoring, my master always wanted to restore the clothing of the Han and Tang dynasties."
But in those chaotic times, people were running around trying to survive and had no chance.
In addition, clothing from a hundred years ago was very different from clothing today.
If we restore it to its original state, it will be pointless if people don't like wearing it.
As he spoke, Chen Fangxuan looked at Li Aiguo with appreciation: "We really have to thank you for this. Xue Ru went to the Academy of Arts and Crafts and learned a lot from Professor Chang. She helped make improvements, which is why we were able to make the clothes."
Li Aiguo suddenly remembered this from the Han and Tang dynasties.
Isn't this clothing exactly what the officials of the Honglu Temple of the Tang Dynasty wore in the "Western Envoy" mural in the tomb of Prince Zhanghuai of Tang?
There are only some changes.
Before Li Aiguo could respond, Chen Xueru said, "Brother Aiguo, my father is worried that taking these clothes out might cause trouble, so he asked you to come and discuss it with him."
Li Aiguo understood Chen Fangxuan's concerns. The situation was special, and people were all wearing Zhongshan suits and blue-black work clothes.
“Dad, it’s really not convenient to wear this kind of clothing in China right now.”
Chen Fangxuan's expression darkened slightly, realizing it wouldn't be that easy.
Seeing Chen Fangxuan's expression, Li Aiguo said something that surprised Chen Fangxuan: "Dad, if it doesn't work in China, we can sell it abroad. There are many Chinese people overseas now, and they will definitely like this kind of traditional clothing."
Li Aiguo wasn't exaggerating. Many employees at Hextech's North American branch wear suits to work, but prefer to wear old-fashioned clothing after get off work.
It was only later, as time went by, that tradition was broken and old-fashioned clothing became increasingly rare.
Chen Fangxuan was taken aback: "Patriotism? In this situation, contacting foreign countries is... but..."
He originally wanted to remind Li Aiguo that this was against the rules.
But upon closer reflection, this young man has always been cautious in his actions, and it's unlikely he would do something so unreliable.
There must be something fishy about this.
Chen Fangxuan thought for a long time, when suddenly a flash of inspiration struck him.
Foreign exchange!
What's lacking right now? Foreign exchange!
Purchasing equipment, technology, and raw materials from abroad all require foreign exchange.
Li Aiguo smiled, truly a man who had lived through the war years.
“Dad, I heard that in the past, when people encountered difficult situations, they would find a middleman to mediate and ensure that both sides got what they needed.”
When Chen Fangxuan thought of foreign exchange, middlemen, and the appliances in his home that came from Hong Kong, he suddenly realized what was going on.
Before Li Aiguo could explain further, he said directly, "Aiguo, what follows is probably beyond the understanding of an old tailor like me."
Your method is quite good; it achieves multiple goals at once, it doesn't violate any rules, and it genuinely does a good deed, making it impossible for either party to refuse.
Despite being a college student, Chen Xueru is not as experienced as Chen Fangxuan.
Although I knew that Li Aiguo had connections with Hong Kong, I was still a little confused.
Li Aiguo didn't explain much, but just looked at Chen Fangxuan and said, "Dad, just give me the pattern."
Chen Fangxuan nodded: "This is the first old-fashioned clothing we've designed, so it has to be near perfect. Xue Ru and I will work on it together for the next few days, and once it's ready, Xue Ru will send it to you."
Upon hearing that the products were to be sold overseas, Chen Fangxuan became even more cautious.
If these old-fashioned clothes can really become popular overseas, it would be a fulfillment of the master's last wish.
Li Aiguo wasn't in a hurry, as the factory in the port city was still under construction.
After spending some more time at the tailor shop, Chen Xueru and Chen Fangxuan discussed old-fashioned clothing for a while before Li Aiguo took Chen Xueru away.
After the two left.
Chen Xingjia looked at Chen Fangxuan with some curiosity and asked, "Dad, what are you and my brother-in-law talking about? I can't understand what you're saying."
"It's okay if you don't understand." Chen Fangxuan knew that Li Aiguo had made thorough preparations.
After thinking for a moment, he still reminded her, "Xingjia, don't go around telling your wife about this kind of thing."
"I understand, Father." Chen Xingjia had realized that this might be a major event concerning the Chen family.
Despite his seemingly easily swayed appearance, Chen Xingjia is actually quite opinionated.
After returning home, Li Aiguo ate dinner and then went into his study to get busy.
The five railway books related to the accident investigation were distributed as teaching materials to major railway colleges and universities and received unanimous praise.
Tomorrow, the Ministry of Railways will hold a seminar on education. Li Aiguo, who is now considered a part-time teacher, will also participate and speak.
The speaker must bring something new to the table.
Li Aiguo looked at the system, searched for most of the day, and finally exchanged his points for a book.
—The essence of the teaching system of modern railway engineering.
The essence of the core teaching syllabus and textbooks of railway colleges in later generations.
In 59, railway education in China was still in the "experience adaptation" stage.
The textbooks were either hastily compiled or direct translations of Russian textbooks.
Some were even obtained from the South Manchuria Railway Company, with only the words on the small booklets changed.
There's neither the time nor the funds to spend on this.
This resulted in the railway technical college's education not becoming a systematic program.
Learning bits and pieces from different sources often results in students wasting their time because the railway locomotives or standards have changed by the time they've learned the material.
This book addresses these pain points precisely because it doesn't rely on advanced railway equipment from later generations, but rather on a systematic theoretical framework and simple, practical methods.
Even with the current industrial foundation, applications can be simplified; this is the dimensional reduction advantage brought about by generational leaps.
With this butterfly of our own, we might be able to accelerate the upgrading of railway education and help our railway technical education avoid detours.
Overall, Li Aiguo was satisfied.
Regardless of whether you can use all of it immediately, the value of this textbook is undeniable.
Li Aiguo was busy in the study, and after Chen Xueru had put the children to sleep, she also sat down at the sewing machine with a piece of cloth and started cutting.
Chen Fangxuan made a few suggestions today, and Chen Xueru wants to take advantage of her free time to make some revisions.
Just as I was busy, the third aunt knocked on the door and came in, holding a pair of tattered pants in her hand.
"Xueru, I'm busy. Jiedi's pants are torn again. I was wondering if I could borrow the sewing machine. I hope I'm not bothering you?"
"It's alright, Auntie, give it to me, I'll sew it for you." Chen Xueru stood up, took the pants, and got to work.
The three women's gaze fell on the old-fashioned clothing, and they said with some surprise, "Xueru, this style of clothing looks quite old?"
"Yes." Chen Xueru didn't explain much, and handed the trousers to the third aunt after she finished sewing them.
"Wow, Xue Ru, your cooking skills are really good!" The third aunt took the pants and left excitedly.
When the third aunt returned home, she helped Yan Jiedi change into her pants, and as usual, she moved a chair to sit at the door and chatted with some old women.
"Lately, Li Aiguo seems to be always busy making clothes. Has he gone back to the tailor shop?"
"No way, he's still working at the Zhengyangmen Subdistrict Office. I heard he's going to be promoted to deputy director."
"Why give up a perfectly good job and waste time on that stuff?!"
Hearing this, the third aunt chimed in, "Xue Ru likes to sew, and she's quite skilled. I just saw her sew a garment from the previous dynasty."
"The previous dynasty? Xue Ru wouldn't be so ignorant, would she?" The old women were all shocked.
"It's not from before Liberation, it seems to be even earlier. I saw it in a history book about Liberation, but I don't know if it was from the Han Dynasty or the Tang Dynasty." The third aunt realized she had said too much and quickly explained.
The old women finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Unless it was a mandarin jacket worn by a landlord or rich man, no one would take it seriously.
Unbeknownst to anyone, a pair of triangular eyes flashed with a sharp light in the shadows not far away before disappearing back into the darkness.
Early Monday morning.
Knowing that Li Aiguo was attending the conference today, Chen Xueru got up early and found a clean set of clothes.
Li Aiguo changed his clothes, ate breakfast, and first went to the Railway Technology Research Institute to meet with Section Chief Xing. The two then went to the Ministry of Railways' Education Department together.
The atmosphere at the railway education seminar was very lively. Whether they were senior professors from the institutions or veteran experts from the railway system, everyone dared to speak frankly about the shortcomings of current railway education.
The meeting was chaired by the leader of the Education Department of the Ministry of Railways, who was in charge of education. When Li Aiguo and Section Chief Xing came in, he was very happy to greet them.
The textbooks compiled by Li Aiguo are very useful and have received unanimous praise, which is also an achievement of the Education Department this year.
The conference was attended by professors from railway colleges across the country, as well as leaders from various railway bureaus.
Only Li Aiguo and Section Chief Xing, two frontline staff members, sat there, listening without offering any opinions.
This morning I listened to reports from Beijing Railway Institute, Dalian Railway Institute, and other institutions. I gained a lot, but I also had some thoughts.
The discussion was still focused on how to optimize the translation of the textbooks from the "big brother" (referring to a specific company in China) and how to make the textbooks more relevant to frontline work, without ever escaping the cycle of piecemeal repairs.
Furthermore, no one realized that railway education should also be developed into a systematic program, just like professional technical education.
Li Aiguo certainly wouldn't underestimate the railway educators of this era.
They were able to rebuild railway education in just a few years amidst the chaos after liberation, and solve specific teaching problems.
For example, how to explain the professional terminology in Russian textbooks, and how to take students to the field for internships.
However, what they lack is a holistic teaching approach; they cannot break free from current limitations and build a teaching system that is suitable for future railway construction.
It cannot solve the major problems of "disconnection between teaching and learning, outdated technology, and reliance on foreign aid".
They listened for so long that it lasted all afternoon. The next person to give a report was Leader Zhang from the Beijing Railway Bureau.
Originally, Li Aiguo's educational materials for the railway system were given to Zhang, the leader in charge of accidents at the railway bureau, who was to give this report.
Leader Zhang himself is a professor at Tangshan Railway Institute and has a high reputation within the system, so he is definitely better than him, a train driver.
Leader Zhang initially planned to do it himself.
After making an opening statement, we'll push Li Aiguo up there, so that the professors and experts below won't be dissatisfied.
But after reviewing those materials, Director Zhang was stumped.
He could understand the content, such as railway technical surveying, and he understood the theory, but the teaching logic and system framework were completely new to him.
More importantly, the seminar is not something that can be completed by simply reading it once.
If professors press him on how to integrate this systematic knowledge into teaching, how to put it into practice, and what the advantages of this system are, he simply won't be able to answer.
Should we call on Li Aiguo to save the day then?
Don't they have any dignity left?
Leader Zhang tossed the materials back to Li Aiguo: "You do it yourself. This thing you've put together is too advanced. I'm afraid if others ask too many questions, I won't be able to keep up. Only you can explain this clearly, and only you can articulate how to implement it."
There was no other way for Li Aiguo to put on a show again.
Seeing this, the leader of the Education Office said, "The next person to give a report is Comrade Li Aiguo from the Qianmen Locomotive Depot. His report is entitled 'Reflections and Explorations on the Implementation of the Teaching System for Railway Engineering in the New Society'."
As usual, the professors and experts attending the meeting applauded.
Li Aiguo picked up the materials, stood up, and walked towards the podium.
At this moment, Leader Zhang had already arranged for staff to bring up several blackboards, which contained a schematic diagram of Li Aiguo's simplified railway engineering teaching system.
For example, the simplified operation process of railway surveying and the simplified steps of finite element manual calculation are all content that is suitable for the current conditions and can be understood directly.
As he walked toward the podium, the education department leader clapped and nodded at Li Aiguo, probably thinking that the blackboard he had prepared in advance seemed quite innovative.
When Li Aiguo stood on the podium, a murmur arose in the meeting hall.
"That's Li Aiguo? So young!"
"At this age, she could only be a lecturer at our university."
"It's hard to believe that a national model worker is so young. The higher-ups really don't stick to any particular type of talent when it comes to recruiting people."
"What are you talking about? Of the textbooks that driver Li produced, which one of you is as good as him?"
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Most of the professors and experts at the meeting felt that Li Aiguo was too young.
Young people have no problem driving trains or doing technical work.
However, when it comes to developing teaching materials or reports on teaching systems, these are topics that are usually only touched upon by senior professors and experts.
but.
When Li Aiguo presented the textbooks he had previously created, they immediately captivated the audience.
This was followed by enthusiastic applause.
Li Aiguo, however, was not nervous.
Having witnessed countless grand occasions since arriving in this era, he appeared quite composed in front of hundreds of professors and experts.
Li Aiguo cleared his throat, and the room quickly quieted down. Everyone present was an intellectual, and they knew this basic etiquette.
Li Aiguo began to give his report.
"Distinguished leaders, professors, and everyone, what I want to discuss with you today is not how to revise existing textbooks, nor how to translate old Russian textbooks, but rather how to build a railway engineering teaching system that is adapted to my country's railway construction, capable of independent iteration, and that balances teaching and practical application."
Before he could finish speaking...
The once quiet venue suddenly became lively again, but it quickly calmed down.
Everyone wanted to hear what unique things this national model worker could say.
As Li Aiguo delivered his report, sentence by sentence, and blackboards were pushed up and down one by one, the doubts of everyone present about his abilities gradually turned into shock and sudden enlightenment.
"Using high-end equipment, existing surveying instruments, and a simple mathematical model, it's possible to reduce the error to the centimeter level? That's incredible!"
"Using this method, the calculation can be completed in just a few days, and it's even more accurate?"
"Don't talk! Listen carefully! Write down the key points so you can use them in your teaching later!"
"What he's talking about is a complete system, covering everything from basic teaching to practical application, from textbook writing to talent cultivation!"
"Quickly take notes! You're falling behind, we'll have to ask him for some materials later!"
"This guy is a great educator."
Li Aiguo's report, based on the teaching system of railway engineering in later generations, and combined with the industrial foundation and teaching situation in the 50s, has been greatly simplified and adapted, and covers six major sections.
Teaching of surveying and design, engineering calculation, electrified railway, and railway material modification.
And most importantly, there is the teaching of basic computer skills for railway operations.
This course can be integrated with the railway network system to prepare for the future computerization and informatization of railways.
Although much of the content has been simplified due to time constraints and the social environment.
However, this systematic, practical, and applicable modern teaching theory still brought unprecedented shock and inspiration to everyone present.
Even Director Zhang of the Railway Bureau was stunned. He thought he had already seen the document, but now it seems he was far from it.
The leaders from the Education Department of the Ministry of Railways sat below, their faces full of surprise: "Goodness, this young man is really something. No wonder Leader Teng has been praising him so highly."
His teaching system can be used not only in railway colleges but also in the training of railway system employees and the guidance of construction technology, which is of great benefit to our entire railway construction!
The leader is indeed a leader; he immediately recognized the value of Li Aiguo's report.
It can not only change the current backward state of railway education, but also break free from dependence on Russian technology and textbooks, and achieve independent development.
A moment later, a loud and enthusiastic round of applause rang out in the hall.
It's clear that everyone highly approves of his report.
The senior professors and experts even stood up, their eyes filled with urgency.
They had so many questions to ask, so many ideas to share with Li Aiguo, and wanted to bring these advanced teaching methods back with them immediately.
As the situation was about to descend into chaos, the education department leader stood up and went up on the stage, at which point everyone's movements basically stopped, but the applause continued.
After the meeting quieted down, the leader from the Education Department said, "Comrades, although Comrade Li Aiguo is young, his thinking on railway education is more profound than that of many of our older comrades. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to produce those five textbooks."
"If you have any questions, ask one by one, don't rush. Comrade Li Aiguo is young and energetic, he will definitely be able to explain things clearly and thoroughly."
Section Chief Xing was displeased upon hearing this.
Even he is reluctant to use Li Aiguo now, so why is this guy so arrogant?
What? It's a leader from the Education Department.
Never mind then.
Li Aiguo feels like he's now a shared bicycle, anyone can pedal it a couple of times.
But there's nothing we can do about it; that's just how things are these days. No matter which department has work to do, we have to help them out.
When the workshop at Qianmen Locomotive Depot was manufacturing equipment, they also helped us.
Li Aiguo answered all the questions from the senior professors.
Seeing that time was almost up, Li Aiguo returned to his seat and sat down amidst the admiring gazes of the professors.
If this were a game, Li Aiguo would definitely see a label appear in front of him: "Railway Education System Reputation +100"
After the meeting, Li Aiguo was invited to the office by the leaders of the Education Department.
"Comrade Patriot, your speech today has been very inspiring to me. Just now, professors from Tangshan Railway Institute, Dalian Railway Institute and other colleges also suggested to me that you take the lead in rewriting and revising railway textbooks."
Li Aiguo was also taken aback by these words.
He originally planned to first put forward his views and then gradually change the current railway education, but he did not expect the leaders of the Education Department to be so decisive.
Li Aiguo realized that he had underestimated these senior figures.
Most of them had been to the battlefield, were bold in doing things, and dared to make decisions.
This seems easy, but it's actually quite difficult.
"Leader, I will follow the organization's arrangements," Li Aiguo replied calmly.
"Okay, you go back and prepare first. I'll report to Leader Teng and see how to proceed." The leader from the Education Department stood up and shook hands with Li Aiguo again.
As he left the leader's office, Section Chief Xing from the Qianmen Locomotive Depot was still waiting at the door. He asked in a low voice, "Aiguo, what does the leader want with you?"
"It seems like they want me to help compile teaching materials," Li Aiguo replied.
Section Chief Xing's eyes nearly popped out.
It is important to know that once these teaching materials are compiled, Li Aiguo, as the compiler, will be remembered by the students of the Railway Institute for decades to come.
This is a tremendous honor.
Yet he remained so calm.
"Ahem, patriotism, huh? I actually know a bit about the textbooks too," Section Chief Xing rubbed his hands together.
Li Aiguo: "."
The matter of the teaching materials was of great importance, and the Ministry of Railways was going to hold a meeting to discuss it. Li Aiguo was not in a hurry. After returning to the Qianmen Locomotive Depot, he contacted Zong Xianfeng.
Zong Xianfeng has arrived in Zaporozhye.
After hanging up the phone and seeing the end of the workday, Li Aiguo rode his mountain bike out of the Qianmen Locomotive Depot.
As soon as Li Aiguo left the locomotive depot, he felt like he was being watched.
As a meteorologist, Li Aiguo's five senses far exceed those of ordinary people.
The other person seemed very cautious, following me on a bicycle at a considerable distance.
Li Aiguo walks, he walks; Li Aiguo stops, he stops.
Who could it be?
(End of this chapter)