Shodor

The mission of Shodor, a Durham, NC non-profit education organization serving educators and students since 1994, is to improve mathematics and science education in the United States by promoting the effective use of computer modeling and simulation technologies.

Shodor is dedicated to:

MENTORING students to master 21st Century Workforce skills;

BUILDING high quality on-line interactive tools and curriculum for mathematics and science; and

SUPPORTING the professional development of educators by providing training on the appropriate and effective use of computer technologies and content in the classroom.

Special emphasis is placed on hands-on learning for students to gain experience in computational science by assisting in the development of models and simulations used by educators.

In the Triangle, Shodor offers unique opportunities for students from middle school through college levels to participate in workshops, apprenticeships and internships offering mentoring experience as students journey from "excitement to experience to expertise" in areas of mathematics and the sciences as they learn 21st Century Workforce skills. In addition, Shodor offers interactive mathematics and science experiences to youth across the Triangle through partnerships with area nonprofits, afterschool and faith-based programs serving area youth.