But he is no ordinary teacher. The National University of Singapore Associate Professor burns with enthusiasm. His blueprint - to make genetics come alive to people who have little or no knowledge of the subject, in a matter of days.
Participants get to don lab coats and conduct their own DNA sequencing during practical sessions.
When you come into my lab, I ask what you would like to do. I'll be there to guide you, but nothing is restricted. Life isn't about following a set of instructions, the key to learning is to play with concepts and ideas. He has also conducted workshops for about 200 secondary school teachers and principals on how to inspire students in the life sciences, and plans to tailor workshops for junior colleges in April this year. Prof Too has even instructed a group of nosy journalists, and will be teaching supreme and subordinate court judges next month.