Online education, both by for-profit institutions and within traditional universities, has seen recent tremendous growth and appeal – but online education has many aspects that are not well understood. The SAGE Encyclopedia of Online Education provides a thorough and engaging reference on all aspects of this field, from the theoretical dimensions of teaching online to the technological aspects of implementing online courses-with a central focus on the effective education of students. Key topics explored through over 350 entries include: * Technology used in the online classroom * Institutions that have contributed to the growth of online education * Pedagogical basis and strategies of online education * Effectiveness and assessment * Different types of online education and best practices * The changing role of online education in the global education system
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