Google prepares platform for distance learning - Digital Journal

Google is preparing its entry into the education sector with the launch of a platform through which anyone can offer courses on anything and still choose to charge for it.

Helpouts works seamlessly to video services company, Hangouts and YouTube, in addition to using Google calendar, since classes may be scheduled in advance. If the teacher wishes to charge for classes, will have access to Google Wallet to it.

According to TechCrunch, the product has entered the testing phase in late June, but should be released only in a month.

There will be a number of categories of learning, such as computing, education, food, health, repair, etc.. And Google has already signed several partnerships with organizations that will lead to professional lessons Helpouts. All offers have to choose between free or paid.

Another feature is that the service can be used to connect consumers and retailers or manufacturers. So if you buy a computer and need help with the configuration, the client will have a communication path directly on video to ask questions.