Future
Future is designed to support learners as they progress, helping them to transition smoothly into amademic programs and career pathways. This third edition blends digital literacy, career skills, community participation and real-world learning, equiping learners with the confidence and capabilities to succeed.
For adult learners American English Print and digital 6 levels GSE: 18-65 CEFR: Pre A1-B2
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Why choose Future?
Authentic tasks that reflect work, community and daily life
Aligned to standards, ready for college and career
Goal-led, learner-driven instruction built on adult experience
About the course
Future has helped over half a million students learn English and achieve their personal, career and educational goals
This effective six-level program addresses the diverse needs of adult learners, equipping them with transferable academic, workplace, digital literacy and English communication skills.
Future is aligned to the 2024 NRS, English Language Proficiency Standards (ELPS), and College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) expectations. It builds the functional and academic language skills needed for success on key ESL assessments such as CASAS STEPS, TABE CLAS‑E and BEST Plus.
Learners also tackle practical workplace challenges aligned to Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) expectations, developing the problem-solving, communication and collaboration skills that employers value.
With Future, learners build the language, skills and confidence they need to navigate work, education and everyday life.
Future is part of our Pearson English Journey
Fast-track your learners' progress:
Teach with
Future
Assess with
Versant by Pearson
Certify with
Pearson English International Certificate
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