Online learning can be great for flexibility, but students often have a lot of distractions when studying from their dining room table. My About.com article, 4 Ways to Balance School and Family, offers a few tips to help students stay focused. Here's a blurb:

"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."

If you could use a few suggestions (especially as classes go into finals and family members need more attention during the holidays) check it out.