When all students receive high grades regardless of performance, this is referred to as?

The term "grading with warm fuzzies" refers to a practice where educators may give high grades to all students to promote a positive atmosphere or to boost self-esteem, regardless of their actual performance or understanding of the material. This approach can stem from a desire to encourage students or create a supportive environment; however, it can undermine the integrity of the grading system and may not accurately reflect students' abilities or knowledge.

In educational contexts, this method may result in inflated grades that do not correspond with students' true understanding or skills. It is important for grading to offer an accurate assessment of a student's work, which helps both the student and future employers understand their capabilities.

The other terms mentioned have specific meanings that differ from the described practice. For example, grading fairly involves assessing students based on established criteria and actual performance rather than inflated scores. Grading with warmth or grading by assumption may also imply kindness or subjective assessments but do not encapsulate the specific connotation of giving universally high grades irrespective of actual performance as effectively as grading with warm fuzzies does.