That's a goofy stretch of what Balderus intent may be.   It a
Snapshot  of your values more than an observable  behavior of Balderus.   Seems your real concern is that your own values won't be taught?   

We might well agree that course work should be demanding enough that grades are meaningful.   A C is satisfactory and is an accomplishment!  (Not a fall back grade to protect self esteem and assure graduation), A's come from either hard work or exceptional talent.   The value of hard work should be reflected in student performance.

That's a life lesson that promotes hard work and fact based learning leading to adult responsibility.