TRANSFERRING CULTURAL HERITAGE ELEMENTS TO DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT: INNOVATIVE APPLICATIONS IN EDUCATION

Abstract

The broad concept of cultural heritage, which encompasses both natural and historical structures, as well as the cultural environment, is of significant importance. Additionally, it encompasses intangible assets, including knowledge, experience, and beliefs, as well as enduring practices. The transfer of cultural heritage to digital media is a crucial process that contributes to the preservation of these values ​​and facilitates their use in education. In today's world, digitalization is being effectively utilized in cultural heritage and education, as well as in every field. The purpose of this research is to examine the studies conducted in Turkey to date on the digital transfer of cultural heritage and its use in education, a topic of increasing relevance and interest. 'Google Scholar' will be used as the database for this research. In this context, the terms' cultural heritage, digital media, and education' will be selected as search terms. The research will analyze studies conducted on this topic using various criteria to present the existing literature. Furthermore, the development trajectory in the relevant field will be highlighted, and gaps in the literature will be addressed. The study, which will utilize a purposive sampling technique, will analyze the data using bibliometric methods. Based on the results obtained at the conclusion of the research, recommendations for future studies will be provided, which may shape the direction of research in this field.