Myrtle is a simple programmable spreadsheet and statistical analysis software
specifically designed for learning statistics. It provides the standard
spreadsheet functionality one would expect like multiple tabbed sheets,
relative and absolute row and column referencing in formulas, and a large
catalog of built-in functions. Functions specific to logic and computer
science, mathematics, probability, and statistics are available. Student's can
easily create, customize, and update plots and graphical summaries of their
analyses.

Myrtle offers a unique bookmarking facility which allows students to create and
reuse named references to their favorite cell ranges. This can help students
focus attention on the important relationships among particular rows or columns
of data. Myrtle's graphics and reporting features allow students to report back
to their instructors their mastery of course content.