The first step in evaluating the evidence by Steiger and Woodward is to examine their credentials, or their background and experience. What qualifications do they possess that make it important for you to consider their claims and evidence? Answering this question is important for a couple of reasons. In order to form a solid conclusion of your own about whether werewolves exist, you want to have the best evidence at your disposal. The best evidence is most likely presented by authors who have done adequate research on the topic, who themselves demonstrate an ability to think critically about the issue, and who perhaps have some expertise in the study of werewolves that goes beyond their opinions and beliefs. Evidence presented by authors with these qualifications is generally considered more valuable and worthy of consideration.

However, even these qualifications do...