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Find Your Textbooks for Cheap or Free
While some online schools offer a virtual curriculum, free of charge, the majority of online colleges still require their students to purchase traditional textbooks with hefty price tags. Books for one or two classes could total in the hundreds. However, showing a little shopping savvy could save you a significant amount of cash.

10 New Years Resolutions for Online Students
Start the New Year off right by resolving to succeed in distance learning studies. These 10 goals can help.

5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Online Exercise Course
Physical education is one of the trickiest subjects to study through the net. When you only have yourself to compete with, it’s easy to go slow, stop short, and give up early. But, taking a distance learning P.E. class doesn’t have to be an exercise in futility. These simple steps can have you giving your all in no time.

Email-able Gifts
An email-able gift can be a great way for distance learners to say “thanks for being such a great teacher” or “I enjoyed working with you during the course.”

5 Ways to Stay Motivated
many students find it easy to become distracted and discouraged in their work. Don’t let this happen to you – plan ways for yourself to stay motivated before you’re tempted to stray from your books. Use these five motivational tips to stay on task.

4 Ways to Balance Family and School
Balancing school and family life can be a challenge, even for online learners. While many older adults choose to continue their education through the internet, they often find their study time interrupted by spouses and children who miss them and don’t understand the need for “alone time.” Here are a few suggestions for maintaining good relationships with those you love while studying online.

6 Sure Ways to Get Your Degree Faster
Having a degree sooner may mean making a larger salary, finding new career opportunities, and having more time to do what you want. If speed is what you’re looking for, check out these six tips to earning your degree quickly.

The Study Spot
If you're starting an online course or are struggling in your distance education program, creating a specialized area to study could be your key to success.