Verbal communication can occur through writing or speaking, while non-verbal communication involves cues, gestures and body language. Visual communication appeals to the eyes through images and presentations. Communication can be interpersonal between two people, intrapersonal involving self-reflection, or organizational within institutions in a top-down or bottom-up structure. The purpose and style of communication determines whether it is formal such as business transactions, or informal like casual conversations.

3. TYPES OF COMMUNICATION ACCORDING TO MODE
1. Verbal Communication
- communicating with the use of words
- Written Verbal: through writing
- Oral Verbal: through speaking
2. Non Verbal Communication
– cues, gestures, facial expressions,
paralinguistic, proxemics, appearance,
haptics, body language and posture
– often enhances verbal
3. Visual Communication
– maps, ppt, graphic aids, pictures
– appeal to the eyes
ACCORDING TO CONTEXT
1. Intrapersonal Communication
– talking to yourself; communicating with oneself
– reflection
2. Interpersonal Communication
– with another person
– communication involving two or more people
3. Extended Communication
– requires electricity
– ex. calling through phone, online classes,
watching television, listening to radio
4. Organizational Communication
– communication within an organization or institution
– top-to-bottom: when communication come
from the top management to the subordinates
– bottom-to-top: from subordinates to the top management or admins
5. Intercultural Communication
– two individual whose cultural background are different have interaction (like
language contact)
ACCORDING TO PURPOSE AND STYLE
1. Formal
– conferences, SONA, graduation, business transactions
2. Informal
– communication with friends and family members; social issues,
etc.
– not so significant, just casual conversations