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Need Systems Training That Actually Works?
Many system rollouts fail because training focuses on clicks instead of context. Learn how scenario-based systems training and agile learning design help employees make confident, real-world decisions and adapt faster to new IT systems.
Emergent Learning
4 min read


Transforming Learning Through Video Design
Every fortnight, our team showcases new approaches to learning design. In this edition, we explore how clarity, consistency, and visual storytelling helped transform complex industry content into a clear, engaging, and professional learning video that connects with its audience.
Emergent Learning
4 min read


Showcasing Learning Design Strategies: Realism, Variation, and Efficiency in eLearning Design
Every fortnight, our team showcases new ways to make eLearning engaging, efficient, and authentic. In this edition, we explore how realism, variation, and design efficiency come together to create scalable digital learning experiences that respect learner expertise and keep people curious.
Emergent Learning
4 min read


Why Consistency Is the Unsung Hero of Creative Quality
Consistency isn’t the opposite of creativity; it’s what makes it possible. When teams align to shared tone, structure, and brand, creativity becomes collective rather than personal. The best work happens when people know when to mimic, when to innovate, and when to protect what already works. Consistency is clarity, and clarity is the foundation of creative quality.
Emergent Learning
5 min read


Why a Training Needs Analysis is the Most Overlooked Step in Effective Learning Design
Most organisations jump straight to training design without asking the deeper questions: What do people actually do? How do they really learn? A detailed Training Needs Analysis (TNA) — combining task mapping and learner personas — gives the full picture. Task mapping reveals what success truly looks like in the job. Learner personas show who your people are and how they build capability. Together, they make training accurate, relevant, and immediately usable .
Emergent Learning
9 min read


What Not to Do in eLearning: Common Mistakes That Frustrate Learners
Tired of bad eLearning? Discover common mistakes like information overload, poor quizzes, and weak UX — and how to design better learning experiences. Often I’m called in to evaluate eLearning programs. And more often than not, I notice the same patterns: well-intentioned courses that end up frustrating learners instead of helping them. If you’ve ever taken an online course and found yourself sighing, clicking aimlessly, or wondering “why am I doing this?”, you’ll probably re
Emergent Learning
3 min read


Mastering the Principles of Adult Learning
In today’s fast-paced business environment, the ability to learn and adapt is more critical than ever. Organizations that invest in effective learning strategies see not only improved employee performance but also greater innovation and resilience. But how do we ensure that learning initiatives truly resonate with adult learners? The answer lies in mastering the principles of adult education. These principles guide us in designing learning experiences that are engaging, relev
Emergent Learning
4 min read


Emergent Learning Named Finalist in AITD Excellence Awards
We are excited to share some fantastic news— our work for a valued client to deliver a mentorship program has been recognised as a finalist in the AITD Excellence Awards for Best Capability Building Program! This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to empowering teams with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed in today’s ever-evolving work environment. At Emergent Learning, we believe that true capability building goes beyond traini
Kuva Jacobs
2 min read


Are You Selecting the Right People for the Right Learning?
Our approach to Learning Design bridges the gap between raw information and actual workplace performance. Investing in employee development is essential, but how do you ensure that you’re selecting the right employees for the right courses? Are your learning initiatives delivering meaningful outcomes, or are they just ticking a box? Many organisations struggle to strategically decide who should attend training programs. Without a clear selection process, learning and develo
Kuva Jacobs
2 min read


Empowering Early-Career Professionals: How Our LearnX Diamond Award-Winning Mentoring Program is Uplifting Talent
At Emergent Learning, we are passionate about designing learning experiences that drive real impact. One of our proudest collaborations has been with the NSW Business Unit of CPB Contractors, a leading construction company renowned for its commitment to capability building, performance enhancement, and workforce development. As a trusted learning partner, we identified an opportunity to further elevate the success of their graduate program—by introducing a structured mentorin
Emergent Learning
2 min read


Emergent Learning Wins Platinum LearnX Award for Best Talented Team
At Emergent Learning , we take immense pride in the work of our Learning Design Team —a team of experts dedicated to crafting high-impact learning solutions that drive meaningful business outcomes. Our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and human-centered design has earned us the prestigious Platinum LearnX Award , recognizing our ability to create engaging, effective, and scalable learning experiences. A Team Built for Excellence Our award-winning team is made up of pr
Emergent Learning
3 min read


An Award-Winning Graduate Program: Equipping Future Leaders for Success
In today’s fast-paced construction industry, graduates need more than technical know-how—they need adaptability, resilience, and strong professional foundations. Our client, CPB Contractors recognized this and partnered with us to create a graduate development program that has since won industry awards for its innovative approach to learning. The Challenge With varied job roles and an ever-evolving landscape, the client needed a structured yet flexible learning solution to
Emergent Learning
2 min read


A remarkable haul of LearnX awards
We set a company record for awards at LearnX in 2024. We acknowledge our team and clients in this momentus milestone.

Charles Masuku, M.Ed., FAITD
3 min read


Introducing our EMERGE Framework - a New Approach to Learning Design
Our innovative approach and ground-breaking EMERGE framework is our learning design model that incorporates human-centered design methods an

Dr Kuva Jacobs, FAITD
2 min read
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