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An Overview of the Learning Route From Kathmandu to the summit of Mt Everest


Hillary Challenge

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The process of inquiry is used throughout the learning:
  • Collecting
  • Processing
  • Communicating information about human society
1.
To get to: Tengboche Monastery
Engage in: framing questions, collecting information on the life of Sir Edmund Hillary and clarifying the key learning outcomes
2.
To get to: Base Camp on the Khumbu Glacier 5456m
Engage in: collecting information on the skills, qualities and values of Sir Edmund Hillary
3.
To get to: Camp II in the middle of the Khumbu Glacier
Engage in: collecting information and exploring ideas through the text
4.
To get to: Camp III at the top of the Khumbu Glacier 6157m
Engage in: processing information and reflecting on this stage of the ascent of Mt. Everest.
5.
To get to: Camp IV Advanced Base Camp in the Western Cwm 6446m
Engage in: processing information about the features of Mt. Everest and their impact.
6.
R&R at: Advanced Base Camp [Rest and Recreation]
Engage in: a fun activity to celebrate the learning journey.
7.
To get to: Camp V at the foot of the Lhotse Face 6706m
Engage in: processing information on the impact of the features on the climbing team.
8.
To get to: Camp VI on the South Col 7925m
Engage in: processing information about survival in extreme conditions.
9.
To get to: Camp VII on the South East Ridge
Engage in: summary statements and generalisations on the significance of Mt. Everest to Sir Edmund Hillary and to New Zealanders.
10.
To get to: the summit 8850m
Engage in: processing, communicating and celebrating the achievements.




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