I would suggest not learning from the fake money tables. If you move up to micro tables games (nickel bets, etc), you should see somewhat a competitive environement to learn from.

As a novice, I would suggest:
(1) Understand the preflop cards you would play
(2) Understand the preflop cards you would raise (2xBB, I would suggest)
(3) Just make 3 decisions on flop, turn, river (will you check, fold, or raise)
-- When you bet (bet the same amount every time). I would do this if I flopped top pair or greater.
-- When you raise, I would recommend 2xBB each time. I would do if you had 2pair or better on flop
(4) Any strong playback, I would consider folding
(5) Play tight/passive.
(6) I wouldnt try putting ppl on hands but I would try categorizing if their loose/tight, agressive/passive.
(7) You should be folding 50%+ of your preflop hands

Play lots and start changing your strategy every so many weeks. I would avoid loose/aggressive playing unless you know what you are doing.

To note: I recommend this strategy when you are starting, but not when you get more skilled