Ahyeon Yun Lecture recital October 1, 2011 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. INTRODUCTION 1. The importance of teaching adult piano students 2. Problems surrounding piano education for adult students II. Body 1. Characteristics of adult learners 2. Adult piano method books for beginner in Korea 3. Effective types of adult piano class programs in Korea 4. Effective piano teaching methods for adults 5. Suggested methods of promoting self-directed piano practice 6. Managing the adult student 7. How to promote lessons for adults III. CONCLUSION