Education is viewed positively in Finnish society. The Finnish education system has been known for its practical and effective methods of learning. Finnish teachers are highly educated and strongly committed to their work. Teacher education is highly respected and very popular in Finland. The Finnish education system is based on trust in teachers and teacher education. Since the quality of teacher education is consistent, teachers have extensive freedom in developing their own work. This means teachers have the power to decide which teaching methods and learning materials they want to use, for example. There is no national evaluation or registration of teachers in Finland. Finland has been known for its Study programs are organized according to a module plan and course assessments provided in the ECTS system. Many masters and Bachelor level programs are available in English. Instruction at institutions of higher education is free of charge for degree students for students from the EU/EEA countries (with some exceptions), whereas these degree programs for non-EU/EEA nationals have tuition fees. Due to the structure of the Finnish university system, students are relatively free to determine the rate and direction of their courses of study. Many courses may be passed by readings and examinations on prescribed books in lieu of lecture attendance. Moreover, both course and departmental examinations may be retaken several times.