Like Equive mentions, to check in with an online class every day is a great idea to be sure of any new things that can be posted and stay on top of it. Perhaps even setting a time every day if possible, just as if you were going to scheduled class to get into a routine can help. Also, it is easy and simpler just to print things off but it was recommended to me to take notes as you would for a regular class. It helps to learn them than just reading them online and for studying.

I hope you got your books and if not as Perna says, they may be on file in the library. Good luck!!