CMU is taking a significant step towards becoming a leader in AI by introducing Matthew, a generative AI platform designed to shape the future of education. Powered by GPT-4o, Matthew features an advanced chatbot that excels in course management, enabling precise learning, image analysis and generation, as well as academic research. Lecturers can easily assign student access through designated lists. In addition, there are numerous other new features available to CMU students and staff at no cost.
The university has reaffirmed its commitment to becoming a leader in AI with the launch of the AI University initiative, which integrates AI across all areas, from teaching and research to academic services. The latest milestone in this journey is Matthew, developed in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Thailand. This innovative educational AI platform marks a significant advancement for Thai education, empowering learners with cutting-edge technology. Designed to support both lecturers and students, Matthew offers features that enhance learning, including intelligent chatbots for students and tools that educate on the effective use of AI, grounded in the ethical framework established by the university's AI Special Interest Group.
Since its pilot launch in September 2024, Matthew has been tested by over 100 lecturers and 4,000 students, providing valuable feedback for its refinement. In February 2025, the platform was officially rolled out to all faculty staff, with plans to make it fully available to students in the first semester of the 2025 academic year, unlocking the full potential of AI for all users.
Powered by GPT-4o, Matthew offers a range of advanced educational features, closely resembling the functionality of ChatGPT. For example, lecturers can input their learning materials and restrict the chatbot to respond only within a designated topic, ensuring students’ usage stays within appropriate boundaries. They can also manage access by creating student lists and customizing the chatbot's functionalities as needed. Additional features include image analysis and generation powered by DALL-E 3, academic research through Semantic Scholar, and tracking and analysis of student usage behavior. All data is securely protected by CMU.
Matthew was officially launched during the ‘AI Learning Day’ on January 27, 2025, at CMU Science and Technology Park (STeP), along with the announcement of the CMU-AWS collaboration, aiming to improve generative AI services for education under the name Matthew to elevate the learning standards and prepare students for the digital era.
This groundbreaking collaboration combines AWS's cutting-edge technology with Matthew's advanced capabilities, ensuring that the platform evolves to meet the dynamic needs of users in a safe and efficient manner. It marks the beginning of a new era of sustainable innovation development, driving the full digital transformation of Thai society.