This theory particularly resonates with me because I believe that all behavior is intentional and every action is the result of a choice we have made. In the middle school classroom, teachers must be aware that all behavior is chosen by students, and for students to be successful, they must make the correct choices. By giving students the opportunity to make choices for themselves, teachers give students the autonomy they need. We need to help students make better choices by helping them practice their critical thinking skills. Both in the classroom and in the “real world,” students make choices every day. It is our responsibility as educators to help students make the best choices and avoid choices that will negatively affect their education. In middle school, kids are faced with a multitude of choices every day, some of which will have a big impact on their future. By teaching students how to make good choices, teachers can prevent students from making poor choices due simply to their naivety and inexperience. I believe that Glasser's theory is an important theory for teachers to be aware of and I will personally use the concepts presented in my
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