Dilemmas of Difference, Inclusion and Disability

Dilemmas of Difference, Inclusion and Disability was authored by Brahm Norwich, a prominent scholar in the field of educational psychology and special education. Published in 2007 by Routledge, an imprint of the Taylor & Francis Group, the book emerged during a period of significant global debate regarding the integration of students with special educational needs into mainstream school settings. Norwich sought to bridge the gap between theoretical pedagogy and the practical realities faced by educators attempting to balance equitable treatment with individualized support.

The text is widely recognized for its rigorous conceptual framework, specifically Norwich's introduction of the 'dilemmas' perspective, which analyzes the tensions between identification, location, and curriculum in special education. The design and structure of the work reflect an academic intent to provide a nuanced critique of the binary opposition between inclusion and exclusion. It has been received as a foundational academic resource, frequently cited in literature concerning inclusive education policy and the philosophical challenges inherent in providing specialized services within a standardized system.