PSY425 History and Systems
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Psychology
Selvira Draganović
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
To explore the foundations of the discipline by looking at the ideas of individuals who contributed to psychology as a social science. To learn the philosophical roots and historical events that have shaped the field of psychology To gain knowledge of the perspectives of the classic contributors to the psychology in light of their personal lives and guiding scientific beliefs. To develop ability to compare and contrast psychological research and explanations for human nature and behavior.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Ludy T. Benjamin, Jr.(2018). A Brief History of Modern Psychology. Oxford:Blackwell Publishing
Additional Literature
Ludy T. Benjamin, Jr.(2018). A Brief History of Modern Psychology. Oxford:Blackwell Publishing D Brett King, Wayne Viney, W Douglas Woody (2009). A History of Psychology: Ideas and Context, (4th Edition), Pearson Education Hothersall, D. (2003) History of Psychology. Philadelphia: Temple University PressTeaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
During semester students will be evaluated through their continuous work
Students will have midterm exam, quiz, final exam, group work and one assignment
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductory lecture | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 2 | Pre-psychology, | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 3 | Early studies of CNS | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 4 | Psychophysics and Structuralism | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 5 | Functionalism | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 6 | Field work\assignment 1 | |
| 7 | Psychoanalysis | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 8 | Midterm | |
| 9 | Assignment 2 | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 10 | Behaviorism | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 11 | Quiz | |
| 12 | Humanistic psychologies | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 13 | Gestalt and cognitive psychology | Selection of relevant chapters and articles |
| 14 | Speed-dating with giants | |
| 15 | New trends |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSY425.1 | Course | Tuesday 09:00 - 11:50 | A F1.11 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00 - 15:00 | A F2.22 | |
| Wednesday | 12:00 - 15:00 | A F2.22 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
In-term exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
"Speed dating"
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Group project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 4
Assignment
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1
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
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Assignments
20 hours ⏳ (4 week × 5 h)
Active Tutorials
14 hours ⏳ (14 week × 1 h)
Home Study
14 hours ⏳ (14 week × 1 h)
In-term Exam Study
24 hours ⏳ (2 week × 12 h)
Final Exam Study
30 hours ⏳ (2 week × 15 h)
Group Project
20 hours ⏳ (2 week × 10 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 [PSY425] 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 Sep 09, 2025 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| PSY425 | History and Systems | 2 | 1 | 6 | Tuesday 9:00-12:00 | |||||
| Prerequisite | Senior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Selvira Draganović | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 12:00-15:00 Wednesday: 12:00-15:00 |
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| sdraganovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | To explore the foundations of the discipline by looking at the ideas of individuals who contributed to psychology as a social science. To learn the philosophical roots and historical events that have shaped the field of psychology To gain knowledge of the perspectives of the classic contributors to the psychology in light of their personal lives and guiding scientific beliefs. To develop ability to compare and contrast psychological research and explanations for human nature and behavior. |
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| Textbook | Ludy T. Benjamin, Jr.(2018). A Brief History of Modern Psychology. Oxford:Blackwell Publishing | |||||||||
| 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 | Class discussions with examples. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. During semester students will be evaluated through their continuous work. Students will have midterm exam, quiz, final exam, group work and one assignment. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introductory lecture | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Pre-psychology, | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Early studies of CNS | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Psychophysics and Structuralism | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Functionalism | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Field work\assignment 1 | |||||||||
| Week 7 | Psychoanalysis | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Assignment 2 | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Behaviorism | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Quiz | |||||||||
| Week 12 | Humanistic psychologies | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Gestalt and cognitive psychology | Selection of relevant chapters and articles | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Speed-dating with giants | |||||||||
| Week 15 | New trends | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Quiz | 1 | 15 | 1 | Not Allowed | |
| In-term exam | 1 | 20 | 2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| "Speed dating" | 1 | 5 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Group project | 1 | 20 | 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Assignment | 2 | 10 | 1 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 2 | 14 | 28 | Assignments | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| Active Tutorials | 1 | 14 | 14 | Home Study | 1 | 14 | 14 | |||
| In-term Exam Study | 12 | 2 | 24 | Final Exam Study | 15 | 2 | 30 | |||
| Group Project | 10 | 2 | 20 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 19/09/2025 | |||||||||