LifeCycleLiteracy

Rethink the Products Around You. Reimagine Your Future.

An informal STEM course designed to spark curiosity through product disassembly, life cycle assessment, and sustainable design thinking.

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About LifeCycleLiteracy

LifeCycleLiteracy's mission is to bring STEM education to underserved groups using Product Development Process and Life Cycle Assessment rooted in the Triple Bottom Line: People, Planet, and Profit. We believe that hands-on learning through real-world products can inspire the next generation of makers, designers, and sustainable thinkers.

Who is this for?

  • 🎓 Educators looking to inspire hands-on thinking
  • 🌟 High-school dropouts seeking new direction
  • 🔄 Career changers curious about technical paths
  • 🤝 Youth workers and community programs

A 5-Module Intro Course That Starts with a Toaster

1

Disassemble a product

Take apart everyday items to understand their components and construction

2

Analyze materials and functions

Identify materials, understand their properties, and explore component functions

3

Map the life cycle (cradle to grave)

Trace the product journey from raw materials to disposal

4

Evaluate environmental + social + economic impact

Assess the triple bottom line impacts throughout the product lifecycle

5

Redesign for a better world

Apply sustainable design principles to create improved solutions

Why Choose LifeCycleEd?

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No Prior Experience Needed

Start your journey regardless of your background or education level

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Real-World Skills

Gain practical knowledge that applies directly to modern careers

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Explore Technician & Maker Careers

Discover opportunities in manufacturing, design, and technical fields

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Hands-On Learning

Learn by doing with real products and tangible experiences

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Sustainability Awareness

Develop critical thinking about environmental and social impact

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Pathways to Certification

Build foundation skills that can lead to recognized credentials

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