Distance Learners
The Learning Resource Centres provide a range of support
services for distance learners that include:
Support for your
course on Blackboard
Using the e-library from
home
Postal
Loans
Using other
libraries
Your course on Blackboard
Your course is available online via a virtual classroom called
Blackboard. Your tutor is responsible for the management
of your course area and will be able to guide you to the resources
you will need.
To login to Blackboard you will first of all need a
computer login which distance learners will receive by
email. Unless directed otherwise you will need
to activate your login by either logging on to a College
computer or by selecting the Activate Your
College Account button on the Blackboard login
page.
If you don't know what your College username and password is,
contact the LRC or read the troubleshooting guide
Using the e-library from home
The e-Library comprises of
articles, e-books, images, maps, statistics
and reports.
It is a very rich source of information. Resources can be
searched individually or some can be cross searched via Find it Fast.
In order to access these resources from home all you need is
your computer login:
Postal Loans
Distance Learners can register for the LRCs' postal loan
service. The cost is £10 per year. For this
price we will dispatch the books you need to your home
address.
Once you have the books normal borrowing rules apply and you can
renew them, subject to demand, by phone or via the
web
catalogue. Books can be returned in person or by
post. The return postage is borne by the
student.
You can download an Application
form for the Postal Loan Service online or you can
pick a form up in your Learning Resource Centre.
Using other libraries
Generally most libraries are happy to allow reference
access to their resources however it is always advisable to
check in advance, and remember to take along your College ID
card.
- Hull University validated courses.
Students in possession of a Hull University card have full
borrowing rights and access to e-resources onsite at Hull.
- University of Wales validated
courses. Your department can arrange for you to have
access to the University of Wales'
e-resources. These e-resources can be accessed from
College or from home.
- Borrowing rights. Doncaster College is
unable to arrange borrowing rights with local
University Libraries.
List of libraries and web catalogues