The purpose of our Distance Learning page is to provide services and resources to our distance learners that are equal to the services and resources that we provide students and faculty who can physically visit the Roberts Library. Many of the services and resources featured on this page are available over the Internet and only require a password.

This page contains helpful information for students taking classes at one of our extended campus locations or students needing access to library resources while off-campus. Currently, classes are being taught off-campus at our Catoosa Center in Fort Oglethorpe and at Gilmer County High School in Ellijay.

Reference Assistance - Reference Assistance is individualized help with a specific question or need. Reference librarians are available to assist you all the hours that we are open. Library staff are also very knowledgeable about library resources, computer applications, and general information about Dalton State College. You can call (706.272.4575) with a reference question or send a request for assistance to our Ask-A-Librarian service.

Research Resources – Use this link to connect to Roberts Library resources like GIL (online catalog), GALILEO, Government Documents information, How to get your Passwords, and Recommended Internet Sites. GALILEO and the other DSC Databases are important resources. They will provide you with access to over 18,000 unique full text journal and periodical titles. Using GIL (online catalog), you can get access to over 45,000 e-books.

Services – Use this link to read about the services that are available to ALL DSC students. Interlibrary Loan and GIL Express are two ways that the library can assist you get resources that we do not own.

Passwords and Access to Electronic Databases and NetLibrary E-books – All of the electronic databases in Galileo, including the electronic books of NetLibrary, are available by clicking the "Off campus access using DSConnect login" link on the Library Homepage and entering your DSConnect username and password.

Hours-Click here to view normal operating hours

Public Library Partners – The Roberts Library has entered into Partnership Agreements with area public libraries to provide you with service in your home area. The Dalton-Whitfield Public Library has agreed that currently enrolled DSC students may borrow materials from their library with proof of current enrollment. Be sure and return their materials promptly to avoid a block on your record. For more information about all of our Library Partners, follow the link.

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