ABSTRACT
Observation competence plays a fundamental role in outdoor scientific investigation. The computerized concept
mapping technique as a Mindtool has shown the potential for enhancing meaningful learning in science
education. The purposes of the present study are to develop a concept map integrated mobile learning design for
ecology observation and to examine the implementation effect for elementary school children. Also, the
difference in growth slopes between gifted and average students is investigated. Eighteen gifted students and
thirty average students were included in this study. A computerized dynamic assessment system which
combines a Computerized Ecology Observation Competence Assessment (CEOCA) and a concept map
integrated ecology observation learning design were implemented. The results of the hierarchical linear model
(HLM) analysis reveal that the overall growth slope is significant (μ=0.27, p