Different Types of Communication

Interpersonal Communication

Communication within oneself

Interpersonal Communication

Communication between peopleWhen it involves only two people it is called dyadic communicationInterpersonal communication is interactive

Small Group Communication

Three or more people gather in a context where every person can participate actively with others.It is interactiveCoalitions can be formedSmall groups can be more creative

Public Communication

A large group settingThe group is too large for every one to be able to participateLittle opportunity for 2 way conversation

Mass Communication

When a message is constructed and transmitted so many people, in different places and at different times, can receive the same message.Feedback is difficult, often delayed.Interaction is limited.