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ABSTRACT
In this research study the main focus is on the choice theory by William Glasser on educational institution like Kuwait University. The study shows finds out the need of implementation of choice theory in Kuwait University. After analyzing the research paper by various methods it can be concluded that the choice theory should be implemented in Kuwait University in order to develop students' personality and that would be beneficial for their career.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTII
DECLARATIONIII
ABSTRACTIV
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION1
Background1
Problem Statement2
Aims and Objectives2
Research Objectives3
Research Questions3
Ethical Consideration4
CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW7
About William Glasser7
Achievements and Education7
Theoretical Frameworks9
History of Choice Theory10
Basic Tenets11
Realism Theory16
Reality and Virtual Reality Therapy16
Basic needs17
Mental illness or irresponsibility18
Transfer21
The Unconscious21
Moral behavior21
The Therapist: a teacher22
Core of Reality Therapy22
Reality Therapy Techniques23
Reality Therapy "Virtual" Versus "Real"23
Virtual Reality Therapy for Pain Management23
Goal of therapy24
Virtual reality therapy24
Advantages24
Reasons and Guidelines25
Reality Therapy26
Counseling Environment27
Reality Therapy Techniques28
Reality Therapy in Schools29
Holistic Behavior33
Causes of Conduct34
Choice Theory35
Classroom Management and Choice Theory40
Studies on Teachers' Attitudes and Training44
The Quality education Curriculum46
Kuwait49
Economy50
External trade50
Education in Kuwait50
Kuwait University Current Education Methodology62
Choice theory Implementation in US institutions63
Kuwait University63
CHAPTER 3: METHODOLOGY67
Research Design67
Rationale for a Qualitative Study68
Interview Qualitative Methods69
Survey71
Sample size71
Sampling72
Case Study Methodology72
Data Analysis72
Case study73
Literature Search74
Keywords Used75
Theoretical Framework75
CHAPTER 4: ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSION76
CHAPTER 5: CONCLUSION85
Recommendations85
REFERENCES87
APPENDIX90
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
Background
Education plays a vital role in the personality development of an individual. Education is defined as is a purposeful process of education and training to people, society, and state, accompanied by a statement of national achievement established by the state education levels (educational qualifications). The level of general and exceptional education is conditioned by the requirements of production, the state of science, technology and culture, as well as public relations. Also, it can be defined as purposeful cognitive activity of people that acquires knowledge, skills, or improve them. In this research study, the focus is on the William Glasser's choice theory and its implication on the Kuwait University.
William Glasser started to formalize the Realist theory of treatment in 1962 as a new theory based on a set of concepts and scientific principles, and from the belief of the importance of education and its role in the progress of peoples. William Glasser started to adapt his theory to fit the educational institutions, and publishes his ideas in his famous "schools without failure" in 1969. The application of the theory proves an appreciable effectiveness in the educational field. It was normal for the Realist theory of treatment to have a real interest in the scientific and, educational community, supporters and opponents. In the research study, the main focus is to identify the main causes that lead to the low level ...