If all of the elements of this lesson plan are employed, students will develop the following powers, skills, and understanding:
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Students will explore and discuss how the introduction of capitalism has helped (and hurt) the communities that live in Everest's shadow.
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Students will explore the theme of man's hubris, and how it played a part in the Everest disaster.
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Students will discuss how Krakauer's work remains relevant today.
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Students will learn about the fundamentals of mountain-climbing, as well as its history.
