Choice Theory, developed by psychiatrist William Glasser,
provides the theoretical foundation for the Glasser
Quality School model as well as the counseling and
human interaction approach known as Reality Therapy.
Choice Theory has been used in a variety of situations,
including clinical settings and classrooms serving students in
public elementary and high school classrooms as well those
attending
alternative educational institutions. Dr. Glasser
offers Choice Theory as an alternative to the approach he
refers to as external control psychology.
Choice theory and its practical applications can be used to:
help people gain control over their lives by recognizing the
power of choice;
help people understand their behavior and that of others;
improve relationships;
change ineffective and/or destructive behavior;
help people to achieve their goals via effective choice-making
and
follow through; and
create fulfilling, supportive school and work environments
conducive to achievement of their respective goals.
Whether your purpose is to learn about Choice Theory for your
personal benefit or as a professional tool, by clicking on the
buttons at the left side of the page, you will be introduced to
the topics indicated, which will provide a basic understanding
of Choice Theory and its practical applications. For maximum
benefit, it is
recommended that you carefully complete each page
in the following sequence:
Choice Theory Instruction,
The 5 Needs, Survival,
Power and Respect,
Love and Belonging, Freedom, Fun,
Need Strength & Satisfaction
Exercise, Reality Therapy,
Quality Schools,
Quality Schools Powerpoint,
Comparison of Traditional and Quality Schools
Approaches, and
Test Yourself. The
resource page provides a list of written material and contact persons that
might be helpful if you would like to explore the subject of Choice Theory and
related topics further.
Further information is also available by contacting the website
author,
Betsy Justice, at
lkjusti1@kent.edu or The William Glasser Institute at
800-899-0688.
Information may also be accessed via the Institute
website, www.wglasser.com
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