This paper begins by analysing the features of MOOCs -massive open online courses which offer innovative methodological possibilities for the distance teaching and learning of languages. A study with a large cohort of students enrolled in two separate editions of a beginners' English course was carried out. The results are analysed both quantitatively and qualitatively and conclusions pertinent to the MOOC teaching and learning paradigm are discussed. The teaching and learning experience in a MOOC with high levels of student participation and acceptance is described and some methodological support for teachers and researchers thinking of using this teaching methodology is offered.
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Rubén Chacón-Beltrán (2017) studied this question.