These libraries from one of the preeminent forces in the global repair movement contain links to materials prepared by iFixit, other repair organizations, and literature from around the world. Together they offer an excellent orientation to the principal dimensions of repair and where repair fits in addressing the profound human and environmental crises caused by over-consumption.
The Educator Resources page is especially valuable. It also offers a useful orientation to many practical aspects of using tools and executing repairs, from choosing the right screwdriver to safety tips to electronics skills and more.
Access — Explore
Access — Educator Resources
Format — Text, Video / Audio
Age — Middle school and up (12 years old and up)
Content — Technology; Information / Orientation
Cost — Free
Source — iFixit, USA and worldwide
iFixit is one of the giants of repair. Operating around the globe, they are: a private business selling parts and tools; a researcher and publisher of articles, essays and teaching resources addressing the what’s and why’s of repair; a free wiki-site for thousands of on-line repair manuals; and an advocate for right Right to Repair policies around the globe.
iFixit resources to do repair are on the Practical and Technical Resources page.
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