Video modeling (VM) is an evidence-based instructional strategy and a medium-tech assistive technology for teaching students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It has been found to be an effective procedure for teaching a variety of skills to students with ASD. To date, most autism VM studies focus on individualized videos. This introduction paper aimed to assist the field to identify the video modeling research trends, video model types, procedural components and advantages and limitations of the VM strategy by synthesizing the literature. The author wishes to enhance the VM knowledge and applicability of teaching students with ASD and other developmental disabilities in Taiwan.