Teaching online is nowadays an integral part of the digital environment. In all likelihood, you will teach online or supplement your teaching in the classroom with online resource material. So, the right tool does make a huge difference between delivering lessons that will be effective and interesting or those that will fail to capture the learners' imagination. In this article, we shall discuss the salient features of an efficient online teaching platform, evaluate some of the popular alternatives like Zoom, Google Classroom, and Teachable, and provide useful insights and tips for educators on maximizing their use.