This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams.

In this episode you will learn:

- How music and movement directly support CDA Competency Goal II by advancing physical, intellectual, and social-emotional development.

- The foundational progression from steady beat to rhythm and why it's crucial for early learning.

- How to identify and avoid the common exam trap of competitive, exclusionary games like musical chairs.

- Why providing a variety of instruments and multicultural music is essential for meeting CDA standards for a non-biased classroom.

- The importance of active facilitation and using your own voice over passive use of recorded music.

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