Students will conduct observational research at local parks and urban areas, interview community members, and analyze case studies of bird-safe building innovations to gain insight into how urbanization affects local bird species and conservation efforts.

Students will collaboratively analyze research data on urban bird threats to formulate a clear, impactful problem statement that will guide their innovative design solutions for bird-safe window coverings.

Students will brainstorm and sketch a variety of innovative bird-safe window cover designs using collaborative group sessions, guided by insights from their research on urbanization's impact on bird habitats, aiming to converge on feasible solutions for further development.

Students will collaboratively construct and test their bird-safe window cover prototypes, utilizing digital sketches and materials to explore innovative design solutions that prevent bird collisions in urban areas, while capturing their process and reflections in digital portfolios.

Students will test their bird-safe window covers with feedback from community partners like Denison Nature Center, revise their designs based on stakeholder input, and present their refined solutions in a compelling exhibition to showcase their impact on urban bird conservation.