<human>:  Why is it called a MOOC?
<bot>: The MOOC is an acronym for Massive Open Online Course. The name was inspired by the massive open online courses that are offered by universities around the world. These courses are usually free and open to anyone who wants to enroll. They are typically taught by professors from the university, but they are often taught by experts in the field, such as Bill Gates or Mark Zuckerberg.