Abstract
As an expert leader in psychometrics, eminent scholar, gatekeeper, study leader and mentor, Johann M. Schepers has had a profound effect on the development of Psychology and Industrial Psychology in South Africa. By means of an appreciative inquiry the outstanding ability of this man has been highlighted in stories which resulted in a rich profile and a legacy that needs to be protected and nurtured.
Highlights
As an expert leader in psychometrics, eminent scholar, gatekeeper, study leader and mentor, Johann M
As a young research officer Johann Schepers found his niche in psychometrics
From 1957 to 1959 his skills in this area were honed at Princeton University, where he studied under scholars of renown in the field of psychometrics such as Harold Gulliksen and Ledyard R Tucker
Summary
GR: What stands out is his academic caution in the interpretation of research data. If different interpretative options are available, he opts for the most cautious alternative. “The best statistical treatment in the world cannot inform you about something that you don’t have in the data!” His insistence that a research finding should make sense from a theoretical and logical perspective His ability to research widely, yet dig deeply in each area that he researches. What makes him unique is his technical mastery of complex statistical techniques with unparalled psychological insight and profound knowledge of psychological theory. When he decides to concentrate on a task at hand or on a conversation, he seems to be able to give it 100% focus and attention, without getting sidetracked by peripheral issues His extraordinary memory facilitates his phenomenal ability to analyse problems in an inductive or deductive way and to suggest unique solutions regarding the statistical analyses. AS: In the midst of an exceptionally successful research profile he maintains his gentle, and empathic, fatherly way with people, his belief in the goodness of mankind, his humility, and his faith
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