Everyone has heard about online courses, and how they are good for students because they offer schedule flexibility or opportunities to take courses that a school would not normally provide. After all, students can take and complete these courses anytime, anywhere. As their popularity grows, several states have added online learning to their educational repertoire, cyber charter schools have popped up, and private entrepreneurs have begun offering virtual education for grades preK to 12. However, most students in most schools do not take online courses. With careful planning, schools can help every student take advantage of the many benefits that online courses offer: combining the world outside and the world inside the classroom; 100% active learning; individualization of instruction for different learning styles; acquisition of skills and knowledge for the information age; and increased familiarity with a style of instruction that will likely play a large part in their future education. Tips for getting started are presented.