This document discusses strategies for coping with online education. It suggests that educators can help students cope with distance learning by structuring programs and courses to be supportive. Specifically, it recommends improving existing online programs by adding new methods and technologies, and advising students on how to approach distance education, common pitfalls, and techniques for being successful. The document also references a study on an online degree program that sought to gain student and staff perspectives on improving online class materials, support, and lifestyle for students.