Creating the perfect place to study for your online classes can have a major impact on your efficiency. When my desk is cleared from clutter and my agenda has today's "to-do" list, I'm able to squeeze the most out of my time. (Alternatively, when my office has stacks of paper and I don't have a list, there's a good chance I'll be grumpy and wasting time surfing the web...)

If you don't already have a special study spot, consider putting one together. Here's what I suggest in my About.com article The Study Spot - Creating a Place to Get Your Work Done:

"The first step to Study Spot success is organizing the place that will be home to your studies. Walk around your home at its busiest hour (if you have family or roommates living with you, this will probably be when everyone gets back from school or work). Find the place that is the quietest in all the commotion. It may be in the corner of your bedroom or perhaps you have a den or a small room that isn't being used. Some people use a section of their garage. Whatever place you choose, make sure it is large enough that you won't feel cramped and check to see that the temperature can always be kept at a comfortable level. As soon as you find your place, begin organizing the materials you will need and setting up your Study Spot."

Check it out for more ideas on creating the perfect place to finish your virtual assignments.