This document discusses new options for distance-based educational programming. It summarizes two tools - Moodle and eXtension - that can help connect people and resources. Moodle is software that allows users to build online courses and learning communities. eXtension connects university extension faculty across the U.S. and provides tools for collaboration and developing new educational content. The document also briefly mentions Twitter as a way to build connections through microblogging. In under 3 sentences.