Voices from the edge of e-learning / Janet F. Piskurich -- E-learning: an introduction / Huey B. Long -- Becoming a more self-directed learner: why and how / Lucy M. and Paul J. Guglielmino -- How to prepare to attend a synchronous e-learning course / Bill Knapp -- How to attend a synchronous e-learning course / Bill Knapp -- Succeeding in an asynchronous learning environment / Harvey Singh -- Chat rooms and discussion boards / George M. Piskurich -- Online readings: gaining the most from what you read / Ryan Watkins -- How to handle e-learning peer evaluation / Russ Brock -- Building successful online relationships / Doug Liberati -- Participating in group projects online / Carole Richardson -- Managing distractions for e-learners / Wayne Turmel.