Why encourage A hen to go broody? Particularly egg layers.

[raingarden]

Chickens raised by a hen are smarter than chicks raised under a heater. I've been trying to teach a group of juveniles how to roost. They're idiots.

 

[Perris]

you might find this page useful to weigh the pros and cons of each method
https://themodernhomestead.us/brooding-chicks-two-options/