Frameworks and Models
EMERGE Framework
What is the EMERGE Framework?
The EMERGE Framework is Emergent Learning’s modern, human-centred learning design model created to replace traditional linear approaches like ADDIE. It contains six phases: Elicit, where we uncover the real organisational and learner needs; Model, where we shape the high-level approach and define outcomes; Experiment, where early prototypes and storyboards are built and tested; Refine, where feedback is gathered and improvements are made; Grow, where learning is rolled out and supported for adoption; and Evolve, where learning is revisited over time to keep it current and effective.
Why does the EMERGE Framework matter?
Organisations now operate in environments where capability needs change quickly. Linear models like ADDIE struggle to adapt. EMERGE is flexible, insight-driven, and grounded in organisational context. It ensures learning solutions are accurate, practical, and designed to grow and evolve with the business.
What does the EMERGE Framework include?
What strategic or organisational elements shape the EMERGE Framework?
EMERGE begins with Elicit, a discovery phase uncovering expectations, constraints, and performance needs. Emergent Learning is skilled at defining true organisational requirements.
What analytical processes influence the EMERGE Framework?
Analysis continues into Model, where outcomes, alignment, priorities, and solution direction are shaped collaboratively. Emergent Learning translates complexity into clear design direction.
What implementation or resource considerations are involved in EMERGE?
Experiment and Refine involve prototypes, builds, testing, and adjustments. Emergent Learning reduces rework by validating ideas early.
What results or outcomes does the EMERGE Framework produce?
EMERGE produces refined learning aligned to real performance needs, validated by learners, and designed for scale. Grow and Evolve ensure adoption and ongoing relevance.
What partnership or support elements are required in EMERGE?
Collaboration with SMEs, leaders, and learners is essential across Elicit, Model, and Experiment. Emergent Learning facilitates strong alignment.
What investment considerations influence EMERGE?
Collaboration with SMEs, leaders, and learners is essential across Elicit, Model, and Experiment. Emergent Learning facilitates strong alignment.
What does the EMERGE process look like?
Where do I start?
Start in Elicit by clarifying the real capability need. Emergent Learning helps uncover the root problem before design begins.
What is involved in shaping the solution?
In Model, the learning approach, outcomes, and structure are shaped collaboratively. Emergent Learning ensures decisions are aligned and realistic.
What does development look like?
Experiment and Refine include prototyping, drafting, piloting, and improving the learning experience. Emergent Learning brings the content to life through iteration.
What is the expected end state?
Grow and Evolve ensure learning is adopted, scaled, and continuously improved as needs change. Emergent Learning supports long-term uplift.
How can organisations improve their use of EMERGE?
How can we create clearer pathways within EMERGE?
Clarify outcomes early in Elicit and Model so experimentation stays aligned. Emergent Learning supports pathway definition.
How do we ensure EMERGE remains relevant across roles?
Adapt examples and prototypes during Experiment for different job families. Emergent Learning ensures relevance.
How can we simplify or strengthen EMERGE delivery?
Use Refine to pilot with representative learners. Emergent Learning ensures feedback loops lead to improvement.
How do we measure whether EMERGE is working?
Use Evolve to measure performance shifts, adoption, and confidence over time.
Examples of the EMERGE Framework in Organisations
A compliance program reshaped through early prototypes; A leadership curriculum co-designed with SMEs; An onboarding program refined through pilot cycles before scaling nationally.