2026 Spring - COSP 6030-1 - Birding Institute: Individual and Collaborative Commitment to Learning and Reflection

Make science teaching and learning soar through local bird study. 

 Ornithology, the scientific study of birds, provides real world science applications for teachers and students. Observation and investigation skills learned during bird study enhance student motivation to experience science both indoors and outdoors and apply science concepts to the natural world.  Participants will strengthen their knowledge of local birds, connect science curriculum to ornithology content, examine tools and technology to be used with their students, and develop ideas to use both indoor and outdoor spaces to lead bird lessons throughout the year connected to grade-level science curriculum.