PSY219 Introduction to Psychology II
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Psychology
Lejla Mustoo Başer
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course aims to introduce the foundational topics and areas of psychology as a continuation of the Introduction to Psychology I course. Topics include memory, personality, cultural diversity, therapies, as well as subfields such as clinical, health, educational, industrial and organizational psychology; while integrating theoretical understanding with practical application. Students will develop an understanding of the most important topics in psychology and recognize the importance of critical thinking when evaluating scientific material.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Spielman, R.M., Jenkins, W.J., & Lovett, M.D. (2020). Psychology 2e, OpenStax, Rice University. Feldman, R.S. (2018). Essentials of Understanding Psychology, McGraw-Hill Education. University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing (2015). Introduction to Psychology, Creative Commons Licence. available at> https://open.lib.umn.edu/intropsyc/
Additional Literature
Gerrig, R. J., & Zimbardo, P. G. (2020). Psychology and life: An introduction to psychology (19th ed.; G. Sart, Trans.; A. A. Özdoğru, Trans. Ed.). Nobel Academic Publishing. Edinsel, K. (Ed.) (2019). Contemporary trends in psychology. Atatürk Üniversitesi Açıköğretim Fakültesi.Teaching Methods
Lectures, videos, documentaries, combined with class discussions with examples
Demonstrations and group work on relevant tasks
Individualized assignments followed by thorough feedback
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course Overview | |
| 2 | Memory | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 3 | Personality | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 4 | Diversity, Culture, Conflict, and Cooperation | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 5 | Reflection | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 6 | Health Psychology: Stress, Coping, and Well-Being | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 7 | Preparation for the Midterm Exam | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 8 | Midterm Exam | |
| 9 | From research to practice | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 10 | Clinical Psychology | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 11 | Therapy and Treatment | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 12 | Industrial-Organizational Psychology | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 13 | Educational Psychology | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 14 | Presentations | Relevant chapters of the textbook |
| 15 | Preparation to final exam |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSY219.1 | Course | Wednesday 09:00 - 11:50 | A F2.8 - Classroom | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00 - 15:00 | B F2.3B | |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 12:00 | B F2.3B |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Reflection
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 5
Presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Mid-term Exam Study
17 hours ⏳ (1 week × 17 h)
Video Presentation
6 hours ⏳ (2 week × 3 h)
Final Exam Study
23 hours ⏳ (1 week × 23 h)
Participation
14 hours ⏳ (7 week × 2 h)
Group Panel
20 hours ⏳ (2 week × 10 h)
Home Study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [PSY219] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| PSY219 | Introduction to Psychology II | 3 | 0 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Lejla Mustoo Başer | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 12:00-15:00 Tuesday: 10:00-12:00 |
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| lmustoo@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course aims to introduce the foundational topics and areas of psychology as a continuation of the Introduction to Psychology I course. Topics include memory, personality, cultural diversity, therapies, as well as subfields such as clinical, health, educational, industrial and organizational psychology; while integrating theoretical understanding with practical application. Students will develop an understanding of the most important topics in psychology and recognize the importance of critical thinking when evaluating scientific material. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Spielman, R.M., Jenkins, W.J., & Lovett, M.D. (2020). Psychology 2e, OpenStax, Rice University. Feldman, R.S. (2018). Essentials of Understanding Psychology, McGraw-Hill Education. University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing (2015). Introduction to Psychology, Creative Commons Licence. available at> https://open.lib.umn.edu/intropsyc/ | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lectures, videos, documentaries, combined with class discussions with examples. Demonstrations and group work on relevant tasks. Individualized assignments followed by thorough feedback. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Course Overview | |||||||||
| Week 2 | Memory | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Personality | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Diversity, Culture, Conflict, and Cooperation | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Reflection | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Health Psychology: Stress, Coping, and Well-Being | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Preparation for the Midterm Exam | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm Exam | |||||||||
| Week 9 | From research to practice | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Clinical Psychology | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Therapy and Treatment | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Industrial-Organizational Psychology | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Educational Psychology | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Presentations | Relevant chapters of the textbook | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Preparation to final exam | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 35 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Reflection | 1 | 10 | 1,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 1 | 15 | 4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 14 | 42 | Mid-term Exam Study | 17 | 1 | 17 | |||
| Video Presentation | 3 | 2 | 6 | Final Exam Study | 23 | 1 | 23 | |||
| Participation | 2 | 7 | 14 | Group Panel | 10 | 2 | 20 | |||
| Home Study | 2 | 14 | 28 | 0 | ||||||
| 0 | 0 | |||||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 03/03/2026 | |||||||||