Online classes can be very convenient. However, they take a lot of motivation and require some planning! Here is my advice to help you succeed:

#1 Plan, plan, plan. Consider this just like you would any other class. It IS convenient because you can decide when to work on it, but make that decision. Put it in your weekly planner like a normal class, but whenever YOU WANT TO!

     #2 Now, this might sound odd, but STAND UP WHEN YOU DO YOUR ONLINE CLASS. When we use computers for leisure we are usually sitting at a table, or even the couch. Standing up will remind you that you need to focus within a specific amount of time and not get lost surfing on Zappos.com for new shoes! Not only that, but don’t students have to sit enough? Your posture will thank you for a break! To learn more on stand up desk-ing at home click here.

  #3 Last, tell your children, spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend, roommate, cat, dog, and nosy neighbor when you are NOT TO BE DISTURBED. Chances are, they will understand when you tell them that you “have class” from ____ to ____ on ____ and that you need to focus. If they don’t, then maybe get new friends. Just kidding! Seriously though, go somewhere where no one knows you, if you must.