English B1 Regular: Fridays | Upstate International

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Inglés B1 Regular: Viernes

Class Day(s): Friday

B1: You are currently able to:
– Deal with most travel situations in areas where the language is spoken.
– Fully understand conversation regarding family, work, school or leisure topics.
– Create simple texts on topics of personal interest.
– Describe experiences, events, dreams, and ambitions, as well as opinions or plans.

$156.00

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More About this Class

Learn a new Language (or improve the skills you have!)

Instructor: Elizabeth Cooper

Semester: Otoño de 2025

Start/End Dates: 08/29/2025

- 12/12/2025

Class Day(s): Friday

Class Time: 13:00 horas

- 14:15 horas

Class Duration: 75 minutes

Location: In Person

UI Center

Special Notes: Semester Weeks: 13 No Class: 10/24/25, 10/31/25, 11/28/25

Stimulate your brain by learning a new language or building on your current foreign language skills at Upstate International! Learning a new language is a known way to enhance your ability to multitask, improve memory and communication skills, and upgrade your professional skills. It is also a way to enhance your travel experiences, broaden your global perspective, and open doors to you all around the world – globalization, right? Join UI on this journey!

Regular classes meet once a week for a total of 75 minutes. Intensive classes meet twice a week for a total of 90 minutes. Students MUST BE members of UI in order to take a language class. Classes are online and in-person. Scroll down to see the start and end dates for your class, and location. Fees are NON-REFUNDABLE unless cancelled by UI.

How Do Classes Work?

No tests or grades — only lots of learning.
Classes are shaped by student needs.
Focus on language development, cultural education, and community.

Why Take Classes at UI?

Nothing like high school language classes.
Learn language and culture together.
Meet people from all over the world.
Affordable, nonprofit program with small class sizes.

What Classes Are Offered Each Semester?

Class schedules are built semester by semester.
All of our teachers are volunteers and sign up each semester according to their availability.
This means UI staff does not know in advance what languages, levels, or meeting days/times will be offered.
Online registration opens one month before the semester start date.
Students must wait until registration opens to see the available classes.
Even if you call the UI Center or email staff, these details cannot be provided before registration opens.
If you want to inquire about a specific class, please fill out the form provided via the registration link.

Class Levels (CEFR + A0)

Seguimos el Marco Común Europeo de Referencia (MCER) más A0 para principiantes absolutos. Puede Pon a prueba tus conocimientos de idiomas aquí (nota: sitio web externo).

A0 – Preprincipiante
Sin conocimientos previos. Aprende el alfabeto, sonidos, saludos y palabras sencillas.

A1 – Principiante
Utilice palabras/frases sencillas, preséntese y haga preguntas básicas.

A2 – Elemental
Manejar situaciones cotidianas: familia, trabajo, compras, geografía local.

B1 – Intermedio
Gestionar viajes, hablar de experiencias, sueños, planes.

B2 – Intermedio alto
Hablar con fluidez, discutir temas complejos, comprender textos detallados.

C1 – Avanzado
Expresarse con claridad, comprender textos largos/difíciles, utilizar el lenguaje para trabajar/estudio.

C2 – Competente
Fluidez casi nativa, manejo material muy complejo con facilidad.

Semester Lengths

Some classes may be shorter. Fees reflect the actual number of weeks. Always check your class listing.

Spring: 15 weeks
Summer: 10 weeks
Fall: 15 weeks

Class Format

Regular classes: once per week, 75 minutes, maximum 10 students
Intensive classes: twice per week, 90 minutes, maximum 6 students

Afiliación

Members receive a discount on language class registrations.
Your membership helps support insurance, utilities, technology, teacher supplies, and keeps classes affordable for everyone.
See our Membership page for available options.

Teachers

All teachers are fluent in the language they teach.
Passionate about sharing their culture.

Materials

Bring pen and paper or a laptop for notes.
Each class listing will specify if additional materials are required.

Registration

Confirmation email sent immediately.
Teacher introduction arrives before class begins.
If registering late (within one week of start), allow up to 72 hours for teacher contact. Register early to save your spot and help confirm the class.

Certificates & Accreditation

Upstate International is not an accredited language school.
Certificates of completion are available upon request if you attend at least 80% of classes.

Class Location & Parking

In‑person: Upstate International Center, 9 S. Memminger St., Greenville, SC
Online: Zoom links provided before classes begin

Parking

Empty lot at Pendleton & Memminger (UI has permission).
Street parking allowed — do not block driveways or mailboxes.
No parking in the UI Center driveways.

Weather & Holidays

Severe weather: UI follows Greenville County School District closings.
Holidays: No classes on federal holidays. Teachers may extend or reschedule to make up missed days.

¿A qué nivel debes empezar?

Las clases están estructuradas según las necesidades de los estudiantes.