Keystone Learning – About Page
Our Vision
At Keystone Learning, we believe great teaching transforms lives — not through chance, but through the intelligent application of research, reflection, and creativity.
Our vision is to create a worldwide community of educators who share a consistent language of learning — one grounded in cognitive science, creativity, and evidence-based practice.
We exist to bridge the gap between educational theory and classroom reality, helping teachers everywhere to move beyond traditional approaches and deliver deeper, more engaging learning experiences.
Our Foundation
The name Keystone reflects our purpose:
Just as a keystone locks an arch into place, effective teaching and learning strategies are the central support of every successful education system.
Our frameworks integrate:
Learning science – understanding how people actually learn.
Creative pedagogy – designing engaging and adaptive learning experiences.
Reflective practice – continuous self-improvement grounded in evidence.
Each of our programs translates decades of international research into practical, ready-to-apply tools for educators at every stage of their career.
Our Founders
Dennis Sale, Mark Singh, and Emma McCartan co-founded Keystone Learning with a shared mission:
to make evidence-based professional learning accessible, adaptable, and globally impactful.
Emma McCartan
Senior educational leader with over 20 years’ experience driving whole-school transformation in teaching and learning.
Emma’s passion lies in connecting research with classroom reality — building communities of educators who teach with purpose, precision, and creativity.
Mark Singh
Educational leader and curriculum specialist with extensive experience in school improvement, teacher competence development, and instructional leadership.
Mark brings a global perspective on how educational systems can align innovation with rigorous evidence-based practice.
Together, they bring a fusion of research, innovation, and hands-on leadership, shaping Keystone Learning into a trusted hub for teacher growth and educational excellence.
Our Global Mission
Education should empower — not limit.
That’s why Keystone Learning is designed to transcend borders, enabling teachers from any context to develop the same core competencies and frameworks for success.
We aim to:
✔ Establish a shared professional language of learning and teaching.
✔ Equip educators with tools for creativity, reflection, and evidence-based decision-making.
✔ Cultivate global citizenship by aligning teaching practice with 21st-century skills.
Our programs are already reaching educators worldwide, helping schools and individuals elevate their impact and ensure that every learner benefits from great teaching.
Join the Keystone Learning Community
Whether you’re a teacher, mentor, or school leader, Keystone Learning provides the structure, science, and support to help you achieve excellence.
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