Prospective students experiencing SMU small group seminar pedagogy through a Computing sample class in 2026

In a sample class hosted by the SMU School of Computing and Information Systems at the 2026 Early Admissions Discovery Day, Assistant Professor Huo Yintong conducted an introductory session on how Large Language Models (LLMs) work. Held in a seminar-style classroom, the session provided prospective students with a first-hand experience of SMU’s distinctive pedagogy, characterised by interactive discussions and active participation. Through the engaging classroom environment, attendees gained insights into emerging technologies while experiencing the close faculty-student interactions that are central to an SMU education. The session also highlighted the University’s commitment to fostering critical thinking, collaborative learning, and meaningful classroom engagement in a personalized learning setting.