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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