Top 10 books to look forward to in 2015

For all the book worms and book lovers, this is yet another year full of surprises. Here is the list of the 10 books to look forward to in 2015.

1.      Almost Famous Women by Megan Mayhew Bergman

Topping the list of the most anticipated book of 2015 is Almost Famous Women. Megan is back with a promising book about women who have bizarre pursuits that take them to fame. This book looks just as inspiring as the previous Birds of a Lesser Paradise by Megan Bergman.

1.      The Season of Migration by Nellie Hermann

Nellie Herman provides a detailed insight of van Gogh’s adolescent years during which he was separated from his brother. The painter life is still relatively unexposed and hidden. Nellie explores those periods of his life and uncovers them in his new book.

1.      Amnesia by Peter Carey

On the third spot of the most anticipated books of 2015 is Amnesia by Peter Carey which is all about cyber terrorism and harsh journalism. 

1.      The Unfortunate Importance of Beauty by Amanda Filipacchi

On number fourth of the most anticipated books of 2015 is, The unfortunate importance of beauty by Amanda Filipacchi, about two friends. One being physically beautiful and the other not, the friends decide to mask and hide their appearances to discover the perception of the people around them.

1.      A History of Loneliness by John Boyne

John Boyne is the author of The Boy in the Striped Pajamas and he is all set to release a History of Loneliness, which is about an Irish priest who has suffered the outcries against the church. He is compelled to dig into his role and examine his career.

1.      Funny Girl by Nick Hornby

Funny girl is Nick’s new hilarious novel which is about a young star of 1960s in Britain

1.      Prudence by David Treuer

Prudence is the 7^th book on the list of the most anticipated books of 2015 which is about Frankie who heads off to Europe to join the WWII military struggles.

1.      Get in Trouble: Stories by Kelly Link

This book is going to be just as darkly funny as Kelly’s previous stories.

1.      The Country of Ice Cream Star by Sandra Newman

Ice Cream Star is the protagonist who sets off to find the cure of Posies, a disease affecting her brother. This is the ninth most anticipated book of 2015.

1.      A Spool of Blue Thread by Anne Tyler

On number 10^th is A Spool of Blue Thread which is a story about a family told by the aging couple, Abby and Red.

What is the South African Qualifications Authority?

As you hear about the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), do you wonder why it exists? In other words, what is its purpose, and how does that relate to the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)?

You are not alone in asking these questions, which is why we created the following informational guide.

About the SAQA Board

The South African Qualifications Authority is composed of a board of 12 members who have been appointed by the Minister of Higher Education and Training. The board acts is a statutory body closely associated with the NQF, which exists to encourage life-long learning. Board members come from a range of industries, from people in education and training to organized businesspeople.

The SAQA: Functions and the NQF

One of the primary functions of the South African qualification system is to carry out the goals of the National Qualifications Framework. It must oversee the implementation of the NQF and keep the NQF on track for carrying out its objectives; such objectives include creating a solitary nation-wide framework for learning achievements.

The NQF objectives are fully outlined in the 2008 NQF Act No 67. The NQF is in place as a system for ensuring proper classification, registration, publication and explanation of national qualifications. The SAQA ensures the NQF is being carried out in ways that meet its goals and propose alterations to the Minister as the Board deems fit. 

Additional Details

In addition, the South African qualification system develops and manages sub-frameworks within the National Qualifications Framework. Whenever the South African Qualifications Authority administers its functions or has suggestions, it must advise the Minister of Higher Education and Training.

As the South African Qualifications Authority advises the Minister, it is an essential office in South Africa. It not only creates a single framework for learning achievements but ensure that the framework is accessible and improves its quality wherever necessary. More details can be found at the SAQA website.