What were the causes, effects, and consequences of each? How can we prevent such accidents in the future? How can we react better to such catastrophes? How can we prevent such events from happening? Evaluate the sources of your information according to Cottrell’s 8 Steps of Critical Thinking.

When evaluating and analyzing the sources in this assignment, use Cottrell’s (2005) 8 steps in the process of critical thinking:

1. Identify other people's position, arguments and conclusions.

2. Evaluate the evidence for alternative points of view.

3. Weigh up opposing arguments and evidence fairly.

4. Read between the lines, seeing behind surfaces, and identify false or unfair assumptions.

5. Recognize techniques used to make certain positions more appealing than others, such as false logic and persuasive devices.

6. Reflect on issues in a structured way, bringing logic and insight to bear.

7. Draw conclusions about whether arguments are valid and justifiable, based on good evidence and sensible assumptions.

8. Present a point of view in a structured, clear, well-reasoned way that convinces others.