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