Meet with the leader and other members of the discussion leadership team in advance and discuss the function of the team particularly the recorder in the group. Record the sense of the discussion, not every word that is spoken. Note the issues and questions discussed, the decisions reached, the proportion of the group in agreement, and significant minority opinions. Ask for clarification of ideas, decisions, etc., for the record. Ask the leader to poll the group if in doubt whether an idea or statement should be recorded. Make sure agreements, disagreements, or decisions actually exist or are made. Remind the group when they get off the subject. This assists the leader in keeping discussion “on the beam.” report on discussion progress during a discussion period when called upon by the leader or group members. Make a summary of main points, agreements, disagreements, and decisions at the close of the meeting. Work with the discussion leader, the observer, and the resource personnel as a member of a team. Edit and prepare a copy of the discussion notes for the record as soon as possible.