"We create the culture in our classrooms."

"Routines reduce cognitive overload."

"Embrace the silence for thinking time."

In this episode of TandTeaching, hosts Arthur Moore and Mike Harrowell, along with Dr. Pippa Busch, delve into the significance of processing time in education.

They discuss strategies for creating a safe learning environment, the importance of wait time, and how to frame questions effectively to enhance student engagement. The conversation also touches on the variability of processing speed among students and the necessity of normalizing mistakes in the classroom to foster a culture of learning. The episode provides practical tips for teachers to implement these concepts in their classrooms, ultimately aiming to improve student outcomes and create a supportive educational atmosphere.