What's Ahead? - Emilio, Barbara
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What's Ahead? helps students explore real-world career options while developing the language and academic skills needed for success in the modern workplace. Focusing on fields projected to grow in the 21st century--such as health care, computer technology, hospitality, education, and entrepreneurship--the book introduces practical vocabulary and authentic materials drawn from each profession. Each chapter features a focused reading, a first-person reflection from someone working in that field, and real-world documents like job postings, schedules, or training forms that bring the work…mehr

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What's Ahead? helps students explore real-world career options while developing the language and academic skills needed for success in the modern workplace. Focusing on fields projected to grow in the 21st century--such as health care, computer technology, hospitality, education, and entrepreneurship--the book introduces practical vocabulary and authentic materials drawn from each profession. Each chapter features a focused reading, a first-person reflection from someone working in that field, and real-world documents like job postings, schedules, or training forms that bring the work environment to life. With integrated vocabulary building, critical thinking, discussion, and writing tasks, What's Ahead? connects English learning to students' personal goals, helping them prepare for both study and employment in career pathways that matter. Features * Thematic chapters highlighting major career sectors: health care, technology, hospitality, education, and entrepreneurship * Realistic readings paired with worker reflections that humanize each career path * Authentic realia such as forms, schedules, and job ads to build real-world literacy * Integrated vocabulary, comprehension, and discussion exercises for active engagement * Research and writing prompts that connect language learning to career goals * Suitable for intermediate to advanced ESL learners, career bridge, or adult education programs * Flexible for classroom, tutoring, or self-directed use Related Titles * At Work in the U.S.: Readings and Language for Job Success by Raymond C. Clark -- Focuses on workplace communication, employment documents, and cultural expectations for success on the job. * Real Stories, Real People by Tana Reiff -- Presents inspiring true accounts of people overcoming challenges in work and life, building motivation and language skills together. * Careers in America by Raymond C. Clark -- Explores a wide range of professions through engaging readings, practical vocabulary, and realistic career scenarios. * Working Hard by Tana Reiff -- Features accessible stories about individuals building their futures through persistence, responsibility, and skill development. * English in the Real World by Raymond C. Clark and Anne Siebert -- Provides practical readings and exercises that prepare learners for real-life communication in work, study, and community contexts. * Money by David Kehe and Peggy Dustin Kehe -- Teaches everyday financial vocabulary and skills that support workplace readiness and independent living. * Health by David Kehe and Peggy Dustin Kehe -- Builds language and cultural understanding for health care contexts, a major field featured in What's Ahead?.
Autorenporträt
Ruth Ticktin has coordinated programs, advised students, and taught ESL and writing in Washington, DC and Maryland since 1977. In addition to co-authoring What's Ahead, she presented at TESOL 2016 and NCTN World Education 2018. Barbara D' Emilio is a long-time educator focusing on ESL and family involvement in schools through storytelling and action research.