Addressing Tensions and Dilemmas in Inclusive Education

<p>Based on extensive research, <i>Addressing Tensions and Dilemmas in Inclusive Education</i> presents a contemporary and critical analysis of the interaction between different perspectives and positions in the field of inclusive education. </p><p>Referring to existing attitudes on the education of children and young people with learning difficulties and disabilities, Professor Norwich argues that despite the appeal of inclusion as a single powerful position, its practical realisation involves tensions and dilemmas that have to be addressed and resolved. This core analysis is illustrated by a review of relevant national and international concepts, principles, research and practices drawing on literature in areas of current interest and concern, such as:</p><ul> <p> </p> <li>identification and classification;</li> <p> </p> <li>current national and international conceptions;</li> <p> </p> <li>pedagogic and curriculum issues;</li> <p> </p> <li>organisation of schooling;</li> <p> </p> <li>parental and student perspectives;</li> <p> </p> <li>the contribution of research to policy and practice.</li> </ul><p>Engaging with the fundamental issues in the field and providing a coherent perspective that recognises and justifies the inter-connection between specialised and general school provision, this accessible and timely book will be of interest to all researchers and students of inclusive education.</p>