Intro -- Contents -- Preface -- Chapter Summaries -- References -- Acknowledgments -- List of Acronyms -- Chapter 1 -- Modified Flipped Learning Approach, 3-Dimensional Model and Hyflex-Based Model of Teaching and Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study from the Sultanate of Oman -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Methodology -- The General Education Context at MEC -- Teaching and Learning Approaches -- Assessments and Feedback -- Faculty Development -- Quality Assurance -- COVID-19 Scenario -- Teaching and Learning During COVID-19 -- Phase 1 - Emergency Response Teaching (ERT): Modified Flipped Approach -- Phase 2 - Enhancing Interactivity: 3D Model -- Student and Staff Feedback -- Phase 3 - Enhancing Flexibility - MEC HyFlex Based Model -- Assessments -- Faculty Development -- Significance of CPD in Higher Education Context -- CPD Approach Followed During COVID- Results and Effectiveness -- Discussion- Implications, Learnings -- Conclusion -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 2 -- Reimagining Learning in the 21st Century: A Case Study on the HyFlex Based Approach of Middle East College, Oman -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Case Study- Immediate Context -- The MEC HyFlex-Based Model -- Methodology -- Results and Findings -- Enhancing Flexibility -- Increasing Interaction -- Implications of Combining Online and Face-to-Face Modes -- General Findings -- Discussions and Recommendations -- Conclusion -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 3 -- Students Research and Research-Teaching Nexus in Pandemic Times: A Case Study of Middle East College, Sultanate of Oman -- Abstract -- Introduction -- The Nature of Challenges -- Effects of COVID-19 on the Students' Research Activities -- Incorporation of Staff and Student Research Output or Enriching the Curriculum -- Designing of Research Activities Online.

Delivery of Research Methods Online -- Small Scale Research Activities as Part of Undergraduate Projects -- Engagement of Students in Research Grants -- Research Culture through Organizing Research Events -- Promoting Research Opportunities through Effective Communication -- Students Appreciation and Promoting Success Stories on Research -- Student Innovation and Intellectual Property Rights Output -- Student Participation in Innovation Competitions -- Lesson Learned and Step Forward -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 4 -- Addressing Faculty Perception of E-Learning Barriers during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Case Study of Middle East College -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Background -- E-Learning as a Tool of Education -- Merits of E-Learning -- Demerits of E-Learning: -- TIPEC Methodological Framework of E-Learning Barriers -- Faculty's Perspective of E-Learning Barriers -- Findings and Discussion -- Conclusion -- Recommendations -- Future Research -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 5 -- A Case Study of Higher Education Practices during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Exploring the Teaching Practices, Challenges, and Recommendations -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Literature review -- Methodology -- Designing of New Practice -- Alternate Teaching and Learning Practices. -- Course Configuration on the Learning Management System at MEC -- Student Interaction and Community -- Technology for Teaching and Learning -- Group Discussion -- Students' Perspectives -- Teachers' Perspectives -- Self-Reflection -- Challenges and Recommendations -- Conclusion -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 6 -- Adapting to Crisis: Exploring Emergency Remote Teaching as a Solution for Evolving Teaching Methods during the COVID-19 Pandemic -- Abstract -- Introduction -- The Difference between Emergency Remote Teaching and Online Learning.

Emergency Remote Teaching Strategy -- Emergency Remote Teaching Methodology -- Frame -- Support -- Meet: Materials -- Faculty -- Emergency Remote Teaching: Challenges -- Emergency Remote Teaching challenges -- Inter-Group Communication -- Lecturer-Student Communication -- Conclusion -- References -- Biographical Sketch -- Chapter 7 -- Student Satisfaction with E-Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic in the Department of Civil Engineering, Middle East College, Oman -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Research Methodology -- Participants -- Research Method -- Data Collection -- Findings and Discussions -- Conclusion -- Declarations -- References -- Biographical Sketch -- Chapter 8 -- Effectiveness of Virtual Experiential Learning in Enhancing Students' Learning Experience and Academic Performance during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Oman -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Methodology -- Results and Discussion -- Conclusion and Recommendations -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 9 -- Research Leadership in Pandemic Times: A Case Study from Sultanate of Oman -- Abstract -- Introduction -- The Case of Middle East College -- Methodology and Approach -- Governance and the Management of Research Activities -- Managing Funded Research -- Research Activities -- Research Output and Dissemination -- Effects of COVID-19 on Research Activities -- Effects on Other Research Activities -- Conclusion and Recommendations -- Disclaimer -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 10 -- The Success of Internationalization Strategies -- Abstract -- Introduction -- The Case Study of Middle East College -- Internationalization Strategy -- Internationalization in All Aspects of the Institution's Operations -- International Strategic Collaborations -- Professional Body Membership -- Achievement of KPIs and Goals -- Research Collaboration.

Individual Research Collaboration -- Conclusion -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 11 -- Innovation and Commercialization in Pandemic Times: A Case Study from the Sultanate of Oman -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Literature Review -- The Case Study Approach -- COVID-19 Pandemic: Context and Lessons Learned, What Happened? -- Adopting a Clear Set of Priorities -- Skilled Workforce to Witness Pre-Screening and Well-Defined Management -- Sound IP Rights with Adherence to IP Standards -- Sustainability in Technology Transfer for Capacity Building through E-Resources -- Globalization and Knowledge Transfer Initiatives -- Major Activities -- Lessons Learnt -- A Path Forward to Ensure Technology Transfer as a Win-Win Approach -- Innovation Activities: Plan of Action and Way Forward -- Conclusion and Recommendations -- References -- Appendix 1 -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 12 -- Reframing the Impact: Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the Wake of COVID-19 in Zimbabwe -- Abstract -- Introduction and Background to the Study -- The Infectious Nature of COVID-19 -- Research Methodology -- Literature Review -- Discussions -- Impact of COVID-19 on HEIs in Zimbabwe -- University Closures -- Logistical Difficulties -- Impact on Final-Year Students -- Transition to Online Learning -- Disruption of Academic Calendar -- Mental Health and Well-being of Students and Staff -- Creation of Avenues for Innovation and Industrialization -- Challenges during COVID-19 Pandemic -- Impact of COVID-19 on Students at HEIs -- Discussions and Conclusion -- Recommendations -- Disclaimer -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- Chapter 13 -- The Significance and Effectiveness of E-Library Resources and Their Impact on Students Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic -- Abstract -- Introduction -- Literature Survey.

Challenges for the LLRC Team Working Remotely (From Home) during the COVID-19 Pandemic -- Possible Solutions to Overcome the Issues/Challenges with E-Library Resources during the COVID-19 Pandemic -- Analysis of MEC E-Library Usage Statistics -- Monthly Registrations -- Monthly Logins -- Monthly Views -- Mobile App Logins -- Mobile App Resource Logins -- Standalone Application with Tinker to Store the Book Records in the Database -- Conclusion -- Acknowledgments -- References -- Biographical Sketches -- About the Editors -- Biographical Sketch -- Index -- Blank Page.