LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN FACING THE 4.0 (IR) INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION: ONLINE CLASS IN FOCUS

The purpose of this paper was to emphasize the increasing importance of learning management systems (LMSs) in the context of Industry 4.0. With advances in technology, many educational technologies began to take place within the education sector. However, there hadn't been enough research conducted, and there was a gap in the literature, especially in LMS. I involved twelve (12) public school teachers in selected public schools in Davao City who were teaching elementary learners during the school year 2024-2025. Each participant had over six years of teaching experience. I divided these participants into two groups: six participated in in-depth interviews (IDI), and the remaining six took part in focus group discussions (FGD). I employed a phenomenological research approach to help understand what it was like to experience a specific situation or life event. This study explores the role of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in facilitating online education amidst the 4.0 Industrial Revolution (IR), focusing on key themes such as streamlined communication and collaboration, the utilization of diverse digital tools and platforms, and the empowerment of personalized and flexible learning. It examines how LMS platforms support effective communication between educators and students, foster collaborative learning environments, and integrate advanced digital tools such as artificial intelligence, gamification, and immersive technologies. Therefore, the study highlights how these systems enable personalized learning experiences tailored to individual needs, offering flexibility in learning pathways and assessments. By exploring these themes, the research aims to provide insights into how LMS can enhance the educational experience and prepare learners for the demands of the 4.0 IR era. KEYWORDS- Learning Management System, Facing, Industrial Revolution, Online Class, Focus