Document Type
Book Review
Publication Date
Fall 8-31-2024
Abstract
Liz Brown, Professor of Law at Bentley University, evaluates two OER textbooks: "Business Law and the Legal Environment" and "Law for Entrepreneurs," both published by Saylor.org in 2012. While praising their clarity and accessible language, the review highlights significant limitations due to outdated content, lack of comprehensiveness, and cultural relevance. Key issues include the absence of current legal developments, such as topics like privacy and AI, and the omission of critical topics like start-up funding mechanisms in the entrepreneurship text. Despite these shortcomings, the textbooks are suggested as potential basic outlines for their subjects, though requiring substantial supplementation with current cases, examples, and additional topics. The review underscores the need for more up-to-date OER resources in business law to effectively engage students and provide comprehensive coverage of contemporary legal issues in business.
Recommended Citation
Brown, Liz JD, 2024. OER Textbook Review for Business Law - (1) Business Law and the Legal Environment - (2) Law for Entrepreneurs, Open Educational Resources Publications.
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Business Law, Public Responsibility, and Ethics Commons, Business Organizations Law Commons
