The effect of the CI-Tombala game on the knowledge level of gifted students regarding geographically indicated products

Derya Sönmez

doi:10.17478/jegys.1938689

The effect of the CI-Tombala game on the knowledge level of gifted students regarding geographically indicated products

Abstract

The use of games in teaching geographically indicated (GI) products—an essential component of cultural heritage—has emerged as an innovative educational approach. In this study, a bingo-based instructional game, titled CI-Tombala, was developed to facilitate learning about GI-registered products. The primary aim of the research is to examine the effect of the CI-Tombala game, designed using municipal logos featuring geographically indicated products, on students’ knowledge levels regarding such products. To achieve this objective, the CI-Tombala game was specifically designed by the researchers based on municipal logos incorporating GI elements. The study employed a quantitative research methodology, utilizing a single-group pre-test–post-test experimental design. The sample consisted of 18 middle school students from a province located in the Eastern Mediterranean Region of Turkey. Data were collected a 12-item multiple-choice instrument, namely the CI-Tombala Knowledge Test, developed by the researchers. The instrument was administered as both a pre-test and a post-test to assess changes in students’ knowledge levels. The collected data were analyzed using computer-based statistical methods. The findings indicate that the CI-Tombala game has a statistically positive effect on students’ knowledge of geographically indicated products. Based on these results, it is recommended that similar game-based instructional tools integrating cultural heritage elements be developed and implemented in educational settings.

Keywords

Supporting Institution

Onikişubat Science and Center, Kahramanmaraş Provincial Directorate of National Education

Ethical Statement

Prior to the commencement of the study, the necessary legal permission was obtained from the Kahramanmaraş Provincial Directorate of National Education in accordance with the Ministry of National Education’s Directive on Research and Implementation Permissions (dated 26.06.2025 and numbered E-75292403-020-133847049). Before data collection, a “Voluntary Participation Form” was obtained from the students to ensure their voluntary involvement. Additionally, since the participants were minors, a “Parental Consent Form” was obtained from their parents or legal guardians.

Thanks

The author extends sincere gratitude to the students and administrators of the Onikişubat Science and Art Center for their valuable participation and support throughout the research process.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Learning, Motivation and Emotion

Journal Section

Research Article

Authors

Derya Sönmez ^*
0000-0003-1265-9059
Türkiye

Early Pub Date

June 11, 2026

Publication Date

June 30, 2026

Submission Date

April 27, 2026

Acceptance Date

June 7, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 14 Number: 2

DOI

https://doi.org/10.17478/jegys.1938689

IZ

https://izlik.org/JA35KT56CM

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RIS / Bibtex

APA

Sönmez, D. (2026). The effect of the CI-Tombala game on the knowledge level of gifted students regarding geographically indicated products. Journal for the Education of Gifted Young Scientists, 14(2), 91-100. https://doi.org/10.17478/jegys.1938689

AMA

1.Sönmez D. The effect of the CI-Tombala game on the knowledge level of gifted students regarding geographically indicated products. JEGYS. 2026;14(2):91-100. doi:10.17478/jegys.1938689

Chicago

Sönmez, Derya. 2026. “The Effect of the CI-Tombala Game on the Knowledge Level of Gifted Students Regarding Geographically Indicated Products”. Journal for the Education of Gifted Young Scientists 14 (2): 91-100. https://doi.org/10.17478/jegys.1938689.

EndNote

Sönmez D (June 1, 2026) The effect of the CI-Tombala game on the knowledge level of gifted students regarding geographically indicated products. Journal for the Education of Gifted Young Scientists 14 2 91–100.

IEEE

[1]D. Sönmez, “The effect of the CI-Tombala game on the knowledge level of gifted students regarding geographically indicated products”, JEGYS, vol. 14, no. 2, pp. 91–100, June 2026, doi: 10.17478/jegys.1938689.

ISNAD

Sönmez, Derya. “The Effect of the CI-Tombala Game on the Knowledge Level of Gifted Students Regarding Geographically Indicated Products”. Journal for the Education of Gifted Young Scientists 14/2 (June 1, 2026): 91-100. https://doi.org/10.17478/jegys.1938689.

JAMA

1.Sönmez D. The effect of the CI-Tombala game on the knowledge level of gifted students regarding geographically indicated products. JEGYS. 2026;14:91–100.

MLA

Sönmez, Derya. “The Effect of the CI-Tombala Game on the Knowledge Level of Gifted Students Regarding Geographically Indicated Products”. Journal for the Education of Gifted Young Scientists, vol. 14, no. 2, June 2026, pp. 91-100, doi:10.17478/jegys.1938689.

Vancouver

1.Derya Sönmez. The effect of the CI-Tombala game on the knowledge level of gifted students regarding geographically indicated products. JEGYS. 2026 Jun. 1;14(2):91-100. doi:10.17478/jegys.1938689