Transdisciplinary teams use a procedure called role release. Any team member having special skills may train any other team member needing those skills. The need for a team member to have certain skills is usually dictated by scheduling. Specialists cannot always be present when a skill needs to be taught in a natural context.
Specialists have certain responsibilities.
They cannot release their role to another until that person demonstrates that she can perform without prompts. The specialist must then monitor the activity to ensure that the released procedure is performed as taught. The specialist supervises the implementation of the procedure and makes adjustments as needed. Communication among team members is essential in the role release process. Members must be able to ask questions, seek help, and respond quickly.