<p>Preparation for taking an online course is a prerequisite to beginning online education for any student. Students should have concise expectations set for their courses and time management set for the duration of their online education. It is important to note that communication is much different in the online forum. Body language and facial expressions cannot be accounted for in an online forum therefore written communication may be misconstrued by the receiver of the information. Encouraging good online manners and incorporating video chat discussions can help to eliminate this problem.</p>