The purpose of the article is to research, analyze and consider general problems and prospects for the development of management systems for learning processes with the ability to support distance learners using the latest technologies. The research methodology consists in methods of semantic analysis of the basic concepts of this subject area (management systems of educational processes). The article considers the approaches to the development and operation of the learning management system. The scientific novelty of the research is the analysis of the functioning of modern learning management systems and learning systems, the results of which can be used in the development of their own learning management system, which is relevant in today’s online learning environment. Conclusions. The paper considers well-known views on distance learning and analyzes modern information systems for distance learning management. Taking into account the results of the analysis, the authors decided to develop an information system for managing educational processes in distance education.