Abilene Christian University (ACU) of Abilene, TX has partnered with ed tech development firm GetYa Learn On to test the use of the company's iPhone collegiate math application "Statistics" in a classroom setting.

Due for release in late November, the Statistics app offers a full range of features, including simulations and calculators to help explain abstract concepts, as well as lessons, quizzes, and flashcards for outside study and graphic organizers, a glossary, and a list of formulas and symbols for ready reference anytime.

The software testing is part of ACU's Mobile Learning Program, which issues iPhones and iPod Touch devices to all incoming freshmen. GetYa Learn On said it expects to publish the results of the pilot study in early 2010.