Question

What is the role of a facilitator in a group discussion?


to keep track of the time allotted for discussion
to record key points of the conversation
to guide the discussion and mediate disputes

Answer 1

let's look at the definition of facilitator:

"a facilitator is someone who helps a group of people understand their common objectives and assists them to plan to achieve them without taking a particular position in the discussion."

so, i'd say the best answer is the third one, just because it implies the facilitator isn't taking any sides. but they're still playing a role in the discussion by assisting everyone else. it's closest to the definition of a facilitator.