1. There is a very common misconception about distance learning claiming that online courses are easy. This is not the case at Troy University. Our online courses and programs adhere to the same standards, lead to the same degrees, and many are taught by the same faculty as their on-campus counterparts. Therefore, it is very important to learn about the Troy online classroom structure, the basic techniques to help you succeed online, as well as the most common blunders to avoid while being an online learner.