Aligned to standards, ready for college and career
Future is aligned to the 2024 NRS, ELP Standards, and College and Career Readiness 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.
Future builds essential skills, confidence and progress
This new edition of Future blends digital literacy, career skills, community participation and real-world learning. With built-in support at every stage, it helps learners gain confidence and thrive across different environments.
Authentic tasks that reflect work, community and daily life
Context-rich instruction that connects language to real use
High expectations supported by purposeful scaffolding
Goal‑led, learner‑driven instruction built on adult experience
What's new – and why it matters
We've updated Future to better support today's learners and teaching needs.
Digital skills built into every lesson
Digital literacy is now essential. With Future, learners build the language and confidence they need to navigate online systems for work, education and everyday life.