According to the latest figures released by comScore World Metrix, Web 2.0 -- a vague moniker for newer internet companies started with less capital and focusing on openbusinessmodels and the customers -- companies are growing at an unprecedented rate.
In addition, it is arriving at a time in which some of the traditional advantages of open source-based businessmodels have eroded because of cloud computing and other developments.
Most businessmodels for operators of massively open online courses (MOOCs) rely heavily on exam revenue to cover costs and generate a potential return for investors.