Chapter 565 The Meaning of Relief

Chapter 565 The Meaning of Relief

He knew that Qi Tongwei's experience over the years was like a roller coaster, with ups and downs, and it was not easy for him to be content with such a life now. He sat down silently, without saying a word, but his eyes showed a little more understanding and tolerance.

Qi Tongwei looked at Gao Yuliang with some trepidation, fearing that the teacher would be dissatisfied with the meal. But Gao Yuliang simply picked up the chopsticks, picked up a piece of green vegetables and put it into his mouth, chewing slowly. The green vegetables were slightly bitter and the taste was far inferior to the fine vegetables in the city, but Gao Yuliang ate them very seriously. "Tongwei, this dish has a unique flavor." Gao Yuliang said softly.

Qi Tongwei breathed a sigh of relief, and he also picked up his chopsticks and started eating. The two of them were silent, and only the chewing sound echoed in this small room. Qi Tongwei's mind kept emerging with all kinds of past events, from his former glory to his later disgrace, and then to his current ordinary life in the countryside. He seemed to have re-examined his life during this meal. He looked at Gao Yuliang, and a complex emotion surged in his heart, with both gratitude for the teacher's visit and nostalgia for the past friendship between teachers and students, and confusion and determination about the future.

After the meal, Gao Yuliang helped Qi Tongwei clean up the dishes. Qi Tongwei said a little embarrassedly: "Teacher, I'm sorry to ask you to do it." Gao Yuliang smiled and said: "Tongwei, in this village, there is no need to stick to those red tape. Let's do it together, and it will also allow me to feel your current life more truly."

The two were busy in the kitchen, Qi Tongwei fetched water and Gao Yuliang washed the dishes. The sunlight shone on them through the window, forming patches of light and shadow. At this moment, they seemed to have temporarily forgotten the disputes and troubles of the past, and just focused on the simple and real life fragments at the moment. Qi Tongwei thought in his heart that perhaps this was a chance for fate to give him a chance to start over, although plain, but full of hope. Gao Yuliang was also thinking about how to better guide Qi Tongwei to walk more steadily and farther on this rural road, so that he could truly accept the arrangement of fate from the bottom of his heart and find his own happiness and value.

After finishing the cleaning, Gao Yuliang sat on a small bench in the yard, watching Qi Tongwei sorting farm tools. "Tongwei, although rural life is hard, it also has its unique charm. Here, you can get closer to nature and experience the true nature of life." Gao Yuliang said.

Qi Tongwei nodded: "Teacher, I am slowly understanding it now. Here, there is no official intrigue, and the villagers are very simple. I teach the children to read and write, and I feel a sense of accomplishment when I see them improve little by little. But sometimes, I still can't help but think of the past, and I feel a little unwilling."

Gao Yuliang sighed: "The past is the past, you have to learn to let it go. The children will remember your contribution to the village, and the villagers will be grateful. You are like a seed, taking root and sprouting here, and one day you will grow into a towering tree, protecting this land from wind and rain."

Gao Yuliang stood up and walked to Qi Tongwei. Looking at the slightly worn-out farm tools, he said thoughtfully, "Tongwei, you have a great responsibility to educate children in this village. Although there are differences in knowledge reserves and receptive abilities between primary school students and college students, the essence of education is the same."

Qi Tongwei listened attentively. Gao Yuliang continued, "For primary school students, imparting basic knowledge is important, but the key is to cultivate their good moral character and learning habits. Look at these children, they are like a blank piece of paper. Every stroke you make on it may affect their lives. For example, when teaching Chinese knowledge, we should not just limit ourselves to the words in the textbook, but guide them to feel the emotions and cultural connotations behind the words. For example, when explaining ancient poems, we should let the children appreciate the wisdom and feelings of the ancients, and plant the seeds of love for traditional culture in their young hearts."

Qi Tongwei nodded slightly, and Gao Yuliang continued: "In mathematics teaching, we should focus on combining fun with practicality. We can use some real-life examples, such as dividing candies and counting small animals, to let children understand mathematical concepts intuitively, rather than simply memorizing formulas. In this way, they can truly develop an interest in learning and take the initiative to explore knowledge."

Qi Tongwei responded: "Teacher, I have tried these methods before, but sometimes I still encounter some difficulties. For example, some children come from poor families and need to help with housework after school. Their study time is limited, which has a great impact on their learning progress."

Gao Yuliang gently patted Qi Tongwei on the shoulder and said, "This requires you to teach students in accordance with their aptitude more attentively. For these children, you can develop personalized learning plans for them and use your spare time to provide them with individual tutoring. You have to let them understand that learning is an important way to change their destiny. Even if it is a bit hard now, there will be more choices in the future."

At this point, Gao Yuliang paused, his eyes becoming more profound: "In addition to knowledge and moral education, you also need to pay attention to the physical and mental health of children. Rural children may be shy and introverted, so you need to communicate with them more and encourage them to express their thoughts and feelings. You can organize some group activities, such as outdoor sports competitions, cultural performances, etc., to enhance their teamwork ability and self-confidence."

Qi Tongwei took a deep breath and said, "Teacher, I understand. I will try my best to adjust my teaching methods and provide better education for the children. But sometimes I worry that my ability is limited and I can't give them enough help."

Gao Yuliang smiled and encouraged, "Tongwei, don't underestimate yourself. You have your own advantages. Your experiences in officialdom and society can all become your unique resources for educating your children. You can tell them about the excitement and complexity of the outside world, so that they can broaden their horizons and establish correct values. As long as you persevere, keep learning and improving, you will definitely become an excellent rural teacher."

Qi Tongwei looked at Gao Yuliang with a firm look in his eyes: "Teacher, I will remember your teachings. I also hope to be able to shine in the field of education like you, even if it is only in this small village."

Gao Yuliang nodded with satisfaction: "Very good, Tongwei. I believe you have the potential. Your efforts in rural education are like sowing seeds of hope on this land. One day you will reap rich rewards. And you yourself will continue to grow and transform in this process, and truly find your own value and meaning in life."