The global online k-8 education market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period 2018-2023. The increasing availability of internet infrastructure and the high penetration of smartphones and tablets are driving the growth of the online market. North America holds the highest market share of and is also estimated to grow with the highest CAGR. What is online k-8 education? Online education is the process of delivering information and instruction through the Internet to students. It is delivered in varying ways which include online courses, massive open online courses, and hybrid or blended courses. What are the major applications for online k-8 education? Online education eliminates the need for students to be present physically for each module or session, which is a part of the conventional mode of teaching. With online elementary, students are learning personalized programs and are receiving immediate feedback on their progress through course management s...