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Some skills that need to be developed in the 21st century, namely communication, collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving, and creativity. SETS (Science Environment Technology and Society) is an approach in learning activities which consists of four components, namely science, technology, environment and society. This approach is applied in learning activities to improve students' critical thinking skills. The research method is qualitative-descriptive by reviewing 20 journals. The results of the study show that there are many applications of the SETS approach in learning that can improve students' critical thinking skills. Further research should be develop the application of the STEM approach by integrating it with other learning models so that it can be used to develop the skills needed in the 21st century, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

SETS Approach, Critical Thinking Skills