The module "Anisotropy" of the internet e-learning tool "AluMATTER" is presented. It can be accessed under the address "http://aluminium.matter.org.uk" and offers a new web-based interactive course for students, engineers or technicians to learn all about Aluminium and in a special chapter on "Materials Science & Engineering /Anisotropy" all about textures, their origin, effects on properties and representation methods. The e-learning program fulfils all distant learning requirements and intends to supplement regular teaching courses. It allows users to access the material in a context relevant to their own requirements and background.