Improving Reading and Reading Engagement in the 21st Century International Research and Innovation

Clarence Ng is an Associate Professor and Research Director at the Learning Sciences Institute Australia, Australian Catholic University. His current research focuses on learning and engagement of diverse student groups with a particular interest in promoting reading engagement for disadvantaged students.Brendan Bartlett is the Chair Professor of Education, Faculty of Education and Arts, Australian Catholic University. Brendan is a Gellibrand Scholar, UNICEF Fellow and King Mongkut Medallist, as well as a recipient of the Rotary International Certificate for Significant Achievement in Education and of the Australian Learning and Teaching Council for Services to Education. His current research focuses on providing targeted support for children and youths moving through important contexts in their lives.